Décret n° 2001-129 du 08/02/2001 portant transposition de la directive 96/48/CE du Conseil du 23/07/1996 relative à l'interopérabilité du système ferroviaire transeuropéen à grande vitesse JO n° 35 du 10/02/2001, page 2277

This French decree implements EU rules designed to ensure that high-speed rail systems across Europe can work together seamlessly. By standardizing technical requirements, the measure aims to improve the efficiency and connectivity of the Trans-European high-speed rail network. The decree affects railway operators and infrastructure managers in France. It ensures that high-speed trains can cross borders more easily by complying with unified technical and operational standards.