Brussels, 12/05/2014 (Agence Europe) - The Council expects proposals from the Commission for a European regional policy for the Arctic region by December 2015. The Commission adopted conclusions in this connection on Monday 12 May during the Foreign Affairs Council. The document also recommends ensuring that European funding synergies are established for the Arctic region.
In view of the gradual opening of ocean sea routes in the region, the conclusions also underlined the need to respect...