Governance in the European Consensus for Development

Within the framework of the European Consensus on Development, which stressed the importance of integrating the concept of democratic governance into every sectoral programme, the Commission proposes to the European Union a common approach to governance. This EC Communication calls for a stronger EU support for good governance in developing countries and invites the Commission and Member States to harmonise their efforts in this field. It is divided into three parts. The first sets out the ways of approaching governance and supporting the processes of democratic governance in development cooperation. The second outlines their application in Africa and in the ACP countries. The third describes the Community's approach to democratic governance in the cooperation with other countries and regions.

 European Commission - August 2006