EC/Turkey Framework Agreement: participation in Community programmes

PURPOSE: The conclusion of a framework agreement between the EU and Turkey allowing Turkish participation on Community specific programmes. COMMUNITY MEASURE: Council Decision 179/2002/EC concerning the conclusion of a Framework Agreement between the European Community and the Republic of Turkey on the general principles for the participation of the Republic of Turkey in Community programmes. CONTENT: This Decision allows for the participation of the Republic of Turkey on Community specific programmes. Under the terms of the Agreement: - The Commission will be responsible for determining the specific terms and conditions regarding the participation of Turkey in each individual programme, including the financial contribution payable. - The Republic of Turkey may apply for financial assistance to participate on the programmes: 1. MEDA 2. Measures to intensify the EC-Turkey Customs Union and 3. The promotion of economic and social development in Turkey. - Under the terms of the position of Denmark annexed to the Treaty, Denmark will not participate in the Agreement. The United Kingdom and Ireland will. - The Agreement will be reviewed three years after its entry into force. ENTRY INTO FORCE: 17/12/01. The date of entry into force of the Agreement will be published in the Official Journal of the European Communities by the General Secretariat of the Council.�