Division 17

The development of civil society should be supported through measures to promote human rights, democratization and the rule of law. Support for such measures may include decentralized cooperation. Cooperation in the field of research and technological development and technology transfer is to be stimulated, bringing in contact private and public actors. Cultural activities are to be supported which promote dialogue and exchange between cultural associations and networks. Trans-Mediterranean information and communication activities should be strengthened in the framework of the development of a truly Euro-Mediterranean information society. Social partners and non-governmental organizations should be encouraged to play an active role.