Brussels, 25/11/2010 (Agence Europe) - On Wednesday 24 November, the European Parliament gave its approval to the participation of Moldavia in EU agencies and programmes. By adopting the report of Graham Watson the (United Kingdom), MEPs effectively approved the conclusion of the protocol for the partnership and cooperation agreement, which the Commission negotiated on behalf of the EU and the Moldavian authorities on the subject. The protocol includes a framework agreement on the general principles of Moldavia's participation in the category of programmes and agencies open to third countries, such as the European Environmental Agency (EEA), the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), Customs 2013 and the framework programme for innovation and competitiveness. Moldavia will also have to contribute financially to the specific programmes in which it participates. (H.B./transl.fl)