Four thematic platforms Democracy, good governance & stability (including JLS): Electoral standards, media regulations, fight against corruption, civil service reform, judicial and police cooperation, integrated border management etc. Also covers promotion of local democracy: benefits and risks of territorial reforms, decentralisation of state functions as well as measures promoting financial autonomy of local and regional administrations.
Economic integration and convergence with EU policies Trade and market-related approximation, socio-economic development, poverty reduction, social inclusion, equal opportunities, health, environment and climate change.
Energy security Accelerated convergence of energy policies and legislation with EU, construction and rehabilitation of key energy infrastructure etc.
Contacts between people Culture, support to NGOs, strengthen civil society, increase student and academic exchanges, better integration into 7th Framework Research Programme, joint media projects.