Summary: The Convention is intended to encourage and facilitate the conclusion of cross-border agreements between local and regional authorities within the scope of their respective powers. Such agreements may cover regional development, environmental protection, the improvement of public services, etc., and may include the setting up of transfrontier associations or consortia of local authorities.
Signed: 24/09/1980
Sanctioned and promulgated: 23/12/1986
International ratification: 06/04/1987
Entry into force: 07/07/1987