Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between the European Communities and their Member States, and Ukraine 1 March 1998
Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between the European Communities and their Member States, and Ukraine
1 March 1998
The PCA highlights respect for shared fundamental values as an essential element of the EU-Ukraine relationship. It provides a framework for political dialogue; sets the principal common objectives in terms of promotion of trade and investment, harmonious economic relations, sustainable development, economic, social, financial, civil scientific technological and cultural co-operation, and support to Ukraine’s efforts to consolidate its democracy and develop its economy. The PCA also established an institutional framework for pursuing these goals. The Economic relations of the PCA include provisions on MFN, Steel & textile, freedom for establishment, approximation of legislation, Intellectual Property Rights and Trade defense instruments.
