European Commission 14 June 2018, Proposal for a COUNCIL DECISION on the Association of the Overseas Countries and Territories with the European Union including relations between the European Union on the one hand, and Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark on the other ('Overseas Association Decision')

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The proposal for a Council Decision on the Association of the Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs) with the European Union aims to establish a legal framework for cooperation and financial assistance, specifically addressing the relationship with Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark. Key provisions include the merging of existing decisions into a single instrument to enhance coherence and efficiency in programming and implementation, while ensuring that OCTs retain their autonomy in various sectors. The application and enforcement of this decision will be guided by the principles of partnership and subsidiarity, with a focus on sustainable development and alignment with EU objectives.AI