Central America – EU Troïka Summit, Lima, Peru, 17 May 2008. Joint Communiqué

The Heads of State and Government of Central America and the European Union (EU), represented by the Troika, held a meeting in Lima, Peru, on 17 May 2008 during which they stressed the fruitful nature of the relations existing between the
two regions, which had evolved on the basis of the political dialogue and cooperation within the framework of the San José Dialogue established in 1984.

Both sides acknowledged the progress achieved in the Association Agreement negotiations, after three rounds of talks and reconfirmed our joint objectives of making substantial progress in the negotiations in orderto allow their conclusion during 2009. The Heads of State and Government also stressed the importance of EU cooperation in supporting Central America’s efforts towards regional integration; notably through the strengthening of the institutional framework, and promoting the social cohesion in and the sustainable development of Central America.

The Heads of State and Government also stated their strong interest in further enhancing and deepening bi-regional cooperation and exchanges in the areas of science, research and technology, building up on the recent progress achieved in these fields during this year.

• Primary Source

European Commission: DG Trade: Countries and regions: Central America http://ec.europa.eu/trade/policy/countries-and-regions/regions/central-america/

EU: EEAS: Latin America and the Carribean https://eeas.europa.eu/diplomatic-network/latin-america-and-caribbean_en

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