European Commission´s new strategy for international cooperation in research and innovation

The policy framework for international cooperation in research and innovation. On 14 September 2012, the Commission adopted a Communication entitled 'Enhancing and focusing EU international cooperation in research and innovation: a strategic approach'. The Communication sets out a new strategy for international cooperation in research and innovation, in particular with a view to implementing Horizon 2020.

In addition to Horizon 2020 being fully open to international participation, targeted actions with key partners and regions will focus on societal challenges and enabling and industrial technologies.

Multi-annual programmes for cooperating with key partner countries and regions will be developed in order to enhance and focus international cooperation.

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