EU and Australia launch formal negotiations for Australia's association to Horizon Europe

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Ursula von de Leyen and Anthony Albanese - ©  Christophe Licoppe

The EU and Australia have agreed to launch formal negotiations for the association of the largest country in Oceania to Horizon Europe, with the aim of it joining the programme from 2027.

This decision was taken on 24/03/2026 during a visit by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to Canberra. The exploratory talks on Australia...

©  Christophe Licoppe
Ursula von de Leyen and Anthony Albanese - ©  Christophe Licoppe

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