Science Europe celebrates the recent agreement of association between the United Kingdom and the Horizon Europe Framework Programme, emphasizing the critical importance of global research collaboration and the potential for further partnerships with eligible third countries, such as Switzerland.
Horizon Europe, the European Union's current Framework Programme for Research and Innovation, boasting a substantial budget of €95.5 billion, plays a pivotal role in addressing climate change, advancing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, and enhancing the EU's competitiveness and economic growth.
Science Europe expresses its satisfaction with the accord reached between the United Kingdom and the European Union regarding participation in the Horizon Europe and Copernicus programs. The absence of such an agreement had cast uncertainty over researchers in the UK and those collaborating with UK counterparts in recent years.
In the wake of the UK's departure from the EU and the absence of a renewed association agreement with Switzerland, Science Europe, and its Member Organisations have been strong proponents of involving eligible third countries in Horizon Europe. They have lent their steadfast support to initiatives like 'Stick to Science.'
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