Brussels, 07/10/2003 (Agence Europe) - On Wednesday, the European Commission is to adopt a communication to the Parliament and to Council on integrating the European Development Fund (EDF) into the Community's general budget. We recall that the EDF is the main financial instrument for cooperation with ACP countries (African, Caribbean and Pacific) and the overseas countries and territories (see EUROPE of 24 September, p.16).
Jointly prepared by Commissioners Poul Nielson (Development) and...