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Agreement Between the European Union and New Zealand on the participation of New Zealand in Union programmes, and the Protocol on the association of New Zealand to Horizon Europe – the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (2021-2027)
Treaty Type:
Bilateral/Plurilateral
Common Name:
Horizons Treaty
Responsible Department:
Foreign Affairs and Trade
Administering Department:
Business Innovation and Employment
Treaty Summary:
The Agreement Between the European Union and New Zealand on the participation of New Zealand in Union programmes, and the Protocol on the association of New Zealand to Horizon Europe (2021-2027) constitute a treaty for New Zealand to associate to Pillar Two of Horizon Europe (the Treaty).
This treaty wishes to establish a lasting framework for cooperation between the Parties with clear conditions for the participation of New Zealand in Union programmes and activities as well as a mechanism facilitating the establishment of such participation in individual Union programmes or activities.
NZ Adherence Status:
In Progress
Negotiation Status:
The treaty has been signed and is currently awaiting entry into force.
Organisation:
Is Signed By NZ:
Yes
Signature Date:
09/07/2023
Ratified or Signed:
No
Requires Ratification:
Yes
NZ Territorial Applications:
None
Information about required Legislation:
Impacts on Maori:
Consultation with selected Maori researchers demonstrated support for association.
Impacts on Stakeholders:
x
Link To Legislation:
Treaty Text Link:
Contact Information:
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