Air transport agreement with Armenia: Council adopts mandate

On 1 December 2016 the Council of the European Union adopted a mandate that will allow the Commission to start negotiations on a comprehensive air transport agreement with Armenia.

Comprehensive EU-level aviation agreements aim to increase Europe's international connectivity, ensure a high-quality service and more choice for the passengers, and boost the international competitiveness of the EU's aviation industry.

• Primary Source

ESO: Background information: Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council, 1-5 December 2016 http://www.europeansources.info/record/transport-telecommunications-and-energy-council-1-5-december-2016/

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