Intergovernmental Organizations (IGOs)

The European Commission

• © Xavier Pironet
• South view of the EC's main building in Brussles

Relations between the European Commission and UNESCO have developed over time into a rich and diverse network of cooperation and interaction.

Since 1996, the European Commission and UNESCO have been committed to working closely across a wide range of areas.

This collaboration has developed in accordance with two different approaches: joint reflection and advocacy requested by the Commission to assist in development of the Commission’s sectoral and national strategies; and operational implementation of concrete programs and projects financed by the European Commission.