European political cooperation

The European political cooperation (EPC) was introduced informally in 1970

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in response to the Davignon report and

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was formalised by the Single European Act with effect from 1987.

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The object is consultation between the Member States in foreign policy matters.

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The Member States have regard for the views of the European Parliament

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and wherever possible take common positions in international organisations.

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EPC was superseded by the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP).

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