Luxembourg, 14/06/2004 (Agence Europe) - EU foreign affairs ministers have recommended the European Council adopt the strategy proposed by the Commission and High Representative Javier Solana to accompany the transition process in Iraq. They explained in their conclusions that this strategy (UEOPE 10 June p 9) and Resolution 1546 of the Security Council would, "provide a framework within which the EU could continue to help the Iraqi people as they enter a new epoch in their history". Ministers assert that the objectives defined in the resolution: transfer of sovereignty on 30 June, role of the UN and a multi-lateral force, respect the timetable for elections and the adoption of a constitution. They underline the, "particularly important role of neighbouring countries". During lunch, a paragraph was added to the conclusions to condemn the treatment of Iraqi prisoners. Brian Cowen confirmed that at the G8 summit ministers had not tackled the issue of a NATO intervention in Iraq. Commissioner Patten pointed out that the strategy was "to calibrate the different phases" included in resolution 1546 and which should be adopted depending on the situation. "The priority will be to deepen dialogue with the Iraqi authorities to show that this administration is responsible for the political and economic development of the country".