Press Release: Commission publishes its contribution to UN least developed countries conference

On 11.4.01, the European Commission adopted a Communication on the Least Developed Countries (LDCs). The Commission's proposals include a stronger targeting of EU aid on the most needy countries, practical measures to help LDCs benefit from increased access to markets and a further extension of debt relief. These proposals will be the Commission's contribution to the 3rd United Nations Conference on Least Developed Countries (LDCs) which will take place in Brussels from 14th-21st May 2001.