ERIC-Forum 2 - Best Practices and Recommendations for Procedures of Engagement with Third Countries

In this task a combination of existing literature review, a survey sent out to all ERICs, and one-hour interviews with ERICs were used to collect an overview of the different models of integration used by ERICs to engage with third countries (i.e., countries not associated to Horizon Europe; for example UK and Israel do not qualify as third countries, they are associated to Horizon Europe) and international organisations. This report summarises the ERIC Forum common understanding of methodologies, challenges and opportunities for global collaboration. It analyses the current status of ERIC's partnerships with third countries, identifies potential barriers and opportunities to enhance cooperation, and offers recommendations to various stakeholders on best practices.