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2001/0105(CNS) Protection of the euro against counterfeiting, Pericles programme 2002-2005

Progress: Procedure completed

RoleCommitteeRapporteurShadows
Lead LIBE SCHMID Gerhard (icon: PES PES)
Committee Opinion EMPL
Committee Opinion ECON TORRES MARQUES Helena (icon: PES PES)
Committee Opinion BUDG NARANJO ESCOBAR Juan Andrés (icon: PPE-DE PPE-DE)
Legal Basis:
EC Treaty (after Amsterdam) EC 123-p4

Events

2014/09/05
   EC - Follow-up document
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The Commission presents a report concerning the implementation and the results of the Pericles programme for the protection of the euro against counterfeiting 2006 -2013.

Implementation of the programme and results : based on the reference amount of EUR 1 million for 2006 and EUR 6.9 million for the period 2007-2013, the annual appropriations authorised under the Pericles programme were EUR 1 million per year with the exception of 2010 (EUR 0.9 million).

The report notes that the implementation of Pericles reflected the high level of interest of Member States on the protection of the euro against counterfeiting. Accordingly, 95.7% of the budget has been committed. In three consecutive years (2009-2010-2011) OLAF had to recommit budget de-committed during the same year in order to meet Member States’ requests.

In the period 2006-2013 Pericles funded 113 projects . Of these projects 72 originated from the competent authorities of Member States, while 41 were initiatives of the Commission/OLAF. Most of the actions implemented during that period were training and dissemination and activities involving staff exchanges.

Target groups :

· participants came from 83 countries . The majority of trainees (51%) were Member States nationals with clear predominance of staff from the euro area. European participants account for 73 % in total, while 16% of trainees were from Latin America (mainly Colombia, Peru and Argentina). While Africa was mainly represented by North African nationalities, the participation of Asian trainees was mainly limited to Chinese;

· with respect to the professional background of participants , members from police forces, represent 64% of the total. The report stresses the differences among the various other categories of participants (36%), including a high participation from Central Banks (11%) and judicial staff (7%).

Pericles actions took place both inside and outside the EU. In specific focus were Latin America (where Colombian and Peruvian organised crime represents a substantial threat for the euro) and neighbouring areas such as the South East of Europe (including Turkey and the Western Balkans), the Mediterranean region and the North East of Europe.

Structural and legislative improvements: Pericles actions have led to:

· a number of structural and legislative improvements in Member States and in third countries. Among others, Colombia, Peru and Argentina made a strong effort to establish structures against counterfeiting similar to the National Central Offices in the European Union;

· assisting the acceding countries and newcomers in their efforts to apply the EU acquis in the specific area of protecting the euro;

· being used by the Commission in the preparation of the proposal for a Directive on the protection of the euro and other currencies against counterfeiting by criminal law.

Lastly, Regulation (EU) No 331/201417 of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing an exchange, assistance and training programme for the protection of the euro against counterfeiting (the “Pericles 2020” programme) was adopted on 11 March 2014. The Commission shall provide annual information on the results of the Programme to the European Parliament and to the Council.

2006/05/23
   EC - Follow-up document
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PURPOSE : to present a report on the implementation and results of the Pericles programme for the protection of the euro against counterfeiting.

CONTENT : Article 13(3)(b) of the Pericles Decision, a detailed report on the implementation and results of the Programme is required to be submitted to the European Parliament and the Council. The present report responds to that requirement.

Overall, since early Summer 2003, the number of counterfeit euro banknotes detected in circulation has stabilised at about 50 000 a month, a level below the pre-euro levels, lower than the US dollar and extremely low compared to the 9 billion genuine euro banknotes in circulation. At the same time, the number of counterfeit euro coins is continuing to increase but also remains low by historical standards. In addition, the police forces have successfully conducted a number of operations to dismantle workshops and seize large numbers of counterfeit banknotes and coins before they enter into circulation.

This overall favourable situation is the result of a long preparation at both legislative and institutional level and demonstrates the high level of cooperation achieved in EU and at international level.

The Pericles programme is playing a significant role in achieving the present results in the protection of the euro and the fight against the crime of counterfeiting, through the exchange of information and the development of cooperation. Training and technical assistance plays an important role in this respect, hence the need to continue the Pericles programme.

As regards the implementation of the programme : based on the reference amount of EUR 4 million for the period 2002-2005 and EUR 1 million for 2006, the annual appropriations authorised under the Pericles programme, were EUR 1.2 million for 2002; EUR 0.9 million for 2003; EUR 0.9 million for 2004; EUR 1 million for 2005 and EUR 1 million for 2006.

The implementation of the Programme made a slow start, mainly due to its adoption in December 2001. Thus, the first project under Pericles was only carried out in October 2002 and the amount committed in 2002 was just under 40% of the initial budget allocation. Subsequently, the programme took off and the budget allocation was committed at high levels in 2003, 2004 and 2005. Based on these statistics/forecasts, the overall level of commitments during the period 2002-2006 will have reached 80% of the initial reference amount.

Value added of the programme : the Pericles programme has been offering substantial value added to the protection of the euro against counterfeiting. This has materialised through a broad range of actions

undertaken, the precise targeting of the actions and the large numbers of participants.

Emphasis was put on the European dimension of the fight against euro counterfeiting and, in addition to the EU Member States, it was possible to target sensitive geographical areas. Finally, the Pericles programme has made a substantial contribution to the further improvement of coordination and cooperation at international, European and Member States level, as well as the creation of more solid structures for the protection of the European currency.

Broad range of Actions : in the course of the first four years of the programme 50 projects were initiated; for 2006 another 14 actions are intended by the Member States and the Commission. Of the total 64 projects, 48 originate from the competent authorities of Member States, while 16 were initiatives of the Commission/OLAF. Most of the actions carried out have been conferences, seminars and workshops, as well as specialised training courses. Staff exchange has, nonetheless, gained ground and has now become a standard feature of Pericles. Following enlargement, this type of activity is likely to develop further, which is also in line with the recommendation of the Pericles evaluator. Only one technical study was implemented under the current Pericles and another two are in the

process of implementation in 2006.

European Dimension : the organisation of Pericles actions covered all the areas relevant to the protection of the euro: law enforcement, judicial, financial and technical and promoted particularly the creation of networks useful for achieving greater efficiency in the fight against the crime of counterfeiting. The European dimension of the protection of the euro is emphasised through the systematic involvement of ECB, Europol and other European and international organisations in Pericles actions.

Geographical Emphasis : the Pericles actions have taken place mostly inside the EU. However, a number of actions have been organised in third or candidate countries, reflecting the specific needs to protect the euro. Awareness-raising actions were a priority for candidate countries before accession. By

identifying areas having a major impact on the production of counterfeit banknotes, South America, in particular Colombia became a major focus for Pericles actions, as were countries neighbouring the EU, including Bulgaria and Romania.

Coordination among European Bodies and within the Commission : Pericles has now practically centralised Community level initiatives carried out by the Commission and Member State with respect to the protection of the euro and has also largely replaced the Commission’s specific ‘Protection of the euro’ budget line. A small number of actions geared to the protection against currency counterfeiting are carried out under other Community programmes, such as TAIEX and Twinning. Such actions are mainly single-country or single-subject actions (i.e. not eligible under Pericles) and are systematically coordinated with Pericles by the competent service in the Commission in coordination with Member States.

Increased cooperation and coordination among Member States : the success of the Pericles programme is demonstrated by the increased effectiveness of the cooperation among law enforcement agents, and more recently, representatives of the judiciary and financial institutions. This is true particularly between Member States but also with respect to acceding, candidate and other neighbouring countries. In addition to its training and technical content, the Pericles programme provides a forum for regular contacts among experts responsible for the protection of the euro but importantly, also enables professionals to develop links which contribute to closer working relationships and improved cooperation overall.

Structural improvements : Pericles actions have led to a number of structural and other improvements in Member States and in third countries. Among others, National Central Offices for the fight against counterfeiting were created in several countries; two Pericles seminars assisted the (then) acceding countries in their efforts to apply the Community acquis in the specific area of protecting the euro; a code of conduct was drawn with respect to press and communication issues; and one of the workshops led to a proposal, by Member States, for a Council Recommendation.

2001/12/21
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2001/12/17
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2001/10/15
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2001/10/09
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2001/08/27
   EP - TORRES MARQUES Helena (PES) appointed as rapporteur in ECON
2001/07/10
   EP - SCHMID Gerhard (PES) appointed as rapporteur in LIBE
2001/07/05
   EP - Committee referral announced in Parliament
2001/06/26
   EP - NARANJO ESCOBAR Juan Andrés (PPE-DE) appointed as rapporteur in BUDG
2001/05/22
   EC - Legislative proposal
2001/05/21
   EC - Legislative proposal published

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  • date: 2006-05-23T00:00:00 docs: url: http://www.europarl.europa.eu/registre/docs_autres_institutions/commission_europeenne/com/2006/0243/COM_COM(2006)0243_EN.pdf title: COM(2006)0243 url: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/smartapi/cgi/sga_doc?smartapi!celexplus!prod!DocNumber&lg=EN&type_doc=COMfinal&an_doc=2006&nu_doc=243 title: EUR-Lex summary: PURPOSE : to present a report on the implementation and results of the Pericles programme for the protection of the euro against counterfeiting. CONTENT : Article 13(3)(b) of the Pericles Decision, a detailed report on the implementation and results of the Programme is required to be submitted to the European Parliament and the Council. The present report responds to that requirement. Overall, since early Summer 2003, the number of counterfeit euro banknotes detected in circulation has stabilised at about 50 000 a month, a level below the pre-euro levels, lower than the US dollar and extremely low compared to the 9 billion genuine euro banknotes in circulation. At the same time, the number of counterfeit euro coins is continuing to increase but also remains low by historical standards. In addition, the police forces have successfully conducted a number of operations to dismantle workshops and seize large numbers of counterfeit banknotes and coins before they enter into circulation. This overall favourable situation is the result of a long preparation at both legislative and institutional level and demonstrates the high level of cooperation achieved in EU and at international level. The Pericles programme is playing a significant role in achieving the present results in the protection of the euro and the fight against the crime of counterfeiting, through the exchange of information and the development of cooperation. Training and technical assistance plays an important role in this respect, hence the need to continue the Pericles programme. As regards the implementation of the programme : based on the reference amount of EUR 4 million for the period 2002-2005 and EUR 1 million for 2006, the annual appropriations authorised under the Pericles programme, were EUR 1.2 million for 2002; EUR 0.9 million for 2003; EUR 0.9 million for 2004; EUR 1 million for 2005 and EUR 1 million for 2006. The implementation of the Programme made a slow start, mainly due to its adoption in December 2001. Thus, the first project under Pericles was only carried out in October 2002 and the amount committed in 2002 was just under 40% of the initial budget allocation. Subsequently, the programme took off and the budget allocation was committed at high levels in 2003, 2004 and 2005. Based on these statistics/forecasts, the overall level of commitments during the period 2002-2006 will have reached 80% of the initial reference amount. Value added of the programme : the Pericles programme has been offering substantial value added to the protection of the euro against counterfeiting. This has materialised through a broad range of actions undertaken, the precise targeting of the actions and the large numbers of participants. Emphasis was put on the European dimension of the fight against euro counterfeiting and, in addition to the EU Member States, it was possible to target sensitive geographical areas. Finally, the Pericles programme has made a substantial contribution to the further improvement of coordination and cooperation at international, European and Member States level, as well as the creation of more solid structures for the protection of the European currency. Broad range of Actions : in the course of the first four years of the programme 50 projects were initiated; for 2006 another 14 actions are intended by the Member States and the Commission. Of the total 64 projects, 48 originate from the competent authorities of Member States, while 16 were initiatives of the Commission/OLAF. Most of the actions carried out have been conferences, seminars and workshops, as well as specialised training courses. Staff exchange has, nonetheless, gained ground and has now become a standard feature of Pericles. Following enlargement, this type of activity is likely to develop further, which is also in line with the recommendation of the Pericles evaluator. Only one technical study was implemented under the current Pericles and another two are in the process of implementation in 2006. European Dimension : the organisation of Pericles actions covered all the areas relevant to the protection of the euro: law enforcement, judicial, financial and technical and promoted particularly the creation of networks useful for achieving greater efficiency in the fight against the crime of counterfeiting. The European dimension of the protection of the euro is emphasised through the systematic involvement of ECB, Europol and other European and international organisations in Pericles actions. Geographical Emphasis : the Pericles actions have taken place mostly inside the EU. However, a number of actions have been organised in third or candidate countries, reflecting the specific needs to protect the euro. Awareness-raising actions were a priority for candidate countries before accession. By identifying areas having a major impact on the production of counterfeit banknotes, South America, in particular Colombia became a major focus for Pericles actions, as were countries neighbouring the EU, including Bulgaria and Romania. Coordination among European Bodies and within the Commission : Pericles has now practically centralised Community level initiatives carried out by the Commission and Member State with respect to the protection of the euro and has also largely replaced the Commission’s specific ‘Protection of the euro’ budget line. A small number of actions geared to the protection against currency counterfeiting are carried out under other Community programmes, such as TAIEX and Twinning. Such actions are mainly single-country or single-subject actions (i.e. not eligible under Pericles) and are systematically coordinated with Pericles by the competent service in the Commission in coordination with Member States. Increased cooperation and coordination among Member States : the success of the Pericles programme is demonstrated by the increased effectiveness of the cooperation among law enforcement agents, and more recently, representatives of the judiciary and financial institutions. This is true particularly between Member States but also with respect to acceding, candidate and other neighbouring countries. In addition to its training and technical content, the Pericles programme provides a forum for regular contacts among experts responsible for the protection of the euro but importantly, also enables professionals to develop links which contribute to closer working relationships and improved cooperation overall. Structural improvements : Pericles actions have led to a number of structural and other improvements in Member States and in third countries. Among others, National Central Offices for the fight against counterfeiting were created in several countries; two Pericles seminars assisted the (then) acceding countries in their efforts to apply the Community acquis in the specific area of protecting the euro; a code of conduct was drawn with respect to press and communication issues; and one of the workshops led to a proposal, by Member States, for a Council Recommendation. type: Follow-up document body: EC
  • date: 2014-09-05T00:00:00 docs: url: http://www.europarl.europa.eu/RegData/docs_autres_institutions/commission_europeenne/com/2014/0550/COM_COM(2014)0550_EN.pdf title: COM(2014)0550 url: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/smartapi/cgi/sga_doc?smartapi!celexplus!prod!DocNumber&lg=EN&type_doc=COMfinal&an_doc=2014&nu_doc=0550 title: EUR-Lex summary: The Commission presents a report concerning the implementation and the results of the Pericles programme for the protection of the euro against counterfeiting 2006 -2013. Implementation of the programme and results : based on the reference amount of EUR 1 million for 2006 and EUR 6.9 million for the period 2007-2013, the annual appropriations authorised under the Pericles programme were EUR 1 million per year with the exception of 2010 (EUR 0.9 million). The report notes that the implementation of Pericles reflected the high level of interest of Member States on the protection of the euro against counterfeiting. Accordingly, 95.7% of the budget has been committed. In three consecutive years (2009-2010-2011) OLAF had to recommit budget de-committed during the same year in order to meet Member States’ requests. In the period 2006-2013 Pericles funded 113 projects . Of these projects 72 originated from the competent authorities of Member States, while 41 were initiatives of the Commission/OLAF. Most of the actions implemented during that period were training and dissemination and activities involving staff exchanges. Target groups : · participants came from 83 countries . The majority of trainees (51%) were Member States nationals with clear predominance of staff from the euro area. European participants account for 73 % in total, while 16% of trainees were from Latin America (mainly Colombia, Peru and Argentina). While Africa was mainly represented by North African nationalities, the participation of Asian trainees was mainly limited to Chinese; · with respect to the professional background of participants , members from police forces, represent 64% of the total. The report stresses the differences among the various other categories of participants (36%), including a high participation from Central Banks (11%) and judicial staff (7%). Pericles actions took place both inside and outside the EU. In specific focus were Latin America (where Colombian and Peruvian organised crime represents a substantial threat for the euro) and neighbouring areas such as the South East of Europe (including Turkey and the Western Balkans), the Mediterranean region and the North East of Europe. Structural and legislative improvements: Pericles actions have led to: · a number of structural and legislative improvements in Member States and in third countries. Among others, Colombia, Peru and Argentina made a strong effort to establish structures against counterfeiting similar to the National Central Offices in the European Union; · assisting the acceding countries and newcomers in their efforts to apply the EU acquis in the specific area of protecting the euro; · being used by the Commission in the preparation of the proposal for a Directive on the protection of the euro and other currencies against counterfeiting by criminal law. Lastly, Regulation (EU) No 331/201417 of the European Parliament and of the Council establishing an exchange, assistance and training programme for the protection of the euro against counterfeiting (the “Pericles 2020” programme) was adopted on 11 March 2014. The Commission shall provide annual information on the results of the Programme to the European Parliament and to the Council. type: Follow-up document body: EC
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