Resaerch RTD, 5th framework-programme EC 1998-2002: research, technological development and demonstration activities

The Parliament's conciliation agreement negotiated with the Council on the Fifth Framework Research Programme (1998-2002) was approved. The Parliament's Rapporteur was Ms. QUISTHOUDT-ROWOHL (D, EPP). The programme's budget, at EUR 14.96 billion, represents a slight increase in real terms on the Fourth Framework Programme. Furthermore, there are provisions allowing for greater flexibility when allocating resources in the years ahead to take account of scientific and technical needs at the time.�