The European political cooperation (EPC) was introduced informally in 1970
in response to the Davignon report and
was formalised by the Single European Act with effect from 1987.
The object is consultation between the Member States in foreign policy matters.
The Member States have regard for the views of the European Parliament
and wherever possible take common positions in international organisations.
EPC was superseded by the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP).
