Press Release: Developing energy co-operation with neighbouring Countries

The European Commission adopted a Communication on 13 May 2003 which aims to strengthen the energy co-operation with neighbouring countries, as part of its wider strategy for a new framework in the relations with its neighbours. This Communication sets guidelines to face up to the challenges of growing external energy dependence between the European Union and neighbouring countries. It also examines the need to address infrastructure issues on a regional level, to diversify sources of energy, at both geographical and technological level, and to broaden the basis for energy trade in Europe and its adjoining continents.

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