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"Mr President, cooperation in the field of education in Europe has brought many students together from different parts of the European Union, as well as students from the accession countries. The students taking part in these activities are not just increasing their own knowledge and abilities to deal with the ever-changing nature and shape of the world in which we live, they also represent the future building-blocks for a new society and a new understanding and tolerance of the cultural diversity within the European Union.
The number of people who have taken part in the Erasmus programme since its inception will exceed one million during the academic year 2002 to 2003. A total of 30 countries presently take part. I welcome the fact that the European Union is now putting in place a charter for Erasmus students which will be available to all students in 2003. This charter spells out responsibilities and entitlements, such as full recognition by the home university of academic achievements, as well as credits to be obtained by students during their term on Erasmus. It is the goal of the European Commission and Parliament to reach two million participating students by 2007.
We must also ensure that, while they are abroad, students continue to receive education grants from their home Member States and that the Erasmus programme is not exclusive to those who can afford it. The Youth for Europe programme has been very successful in encouraging more exchanges between students. We should encourage further development of this area, in particular for those who are disadvantaged. It should also be pointed out that the Socrates programme has already been extended to cover the period 2000 to 2006 and EUR 1 850 million has been allocated for this programme.
Finally, as a result of the Court of Auditors' decisions, we must ensure that our accounting and delivery practices are better, to ensure that all students can benefit not only from a tremendous academic achievement but also from a cultural experience."@en1
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