EU/Korea Cooperation Agreement: Civil Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)

The European Parliament adopted by 451 votes to 63, with 46 abstentions, a legislative resolution on the draft Council decision on the conclusion of the Cooperation Agreement on a Civil Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) between the European Community and its Member States of the one part, and the Republic of Korea, of the other part.

In line with the recommendation made by the Committee on Industry, Research and Energy, Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the Agreement.

The Agreement aims to encourage, facilitate and improve cooperation between the Parties in civil global satellite navigation. The sectors for cooperation activities in satellite navigation and timing are: (i) radio-spectrum, (ii) scientific research and training, (iii) industrial cooperation, (iv) trade and market development, (v) standards, certification and regulatory measures, (vi) augmentations, (vii) security, (viii) liability and cost recovery.