The European Council adopts a fourth declaration at the Copenhagen Summit condemning racism and xenophobia. It is agreed to develop a global strategy at Union level to combat racism. The Consultative Commission presents its final report, containing wide ranging recommendations for action to the European Council meeting in Cannes. The Commission indicates the specific role it could play in complementing national action. 1997 Member States and the European Parliament agree to the setting up of a Monitoring Centre in Vienna.
Projects involving studies, conferences and publications are of lower priority.
Such projects may be co-financed provided they are for the benefit of immigrants, of innovative nature, meeting current needs of contributing to the development of policies or projects specifically concerning immigration. This budget line also provides financial support for the construction and adaption of accomodation for migrant workers. 9,6 Million ECU of which some 8 Million ECU is in direct subsidies. Priority is given to initiatives having an international or European cooperation dimension. To be eligible, such studies and research projects must result in proposals for practical plans of action.