The document discusses electronic health records (EHR) and health information technology (HIT) initiatives in multiple countries around the world. It provides overviews of each country's national EHR program, governance models, standards and interoperability approaches, funding sources, and lessons learned. Countries mentioned include the United Kingdom, France, Greece, Turkey, Algeria, Estonia, and Mongolia. Key takeaways include the importance of high-level government and private sector commitment, continuous multi-stakeholder communication, adoption of interoperability standards, physician involvement, and sufficient funding for training.