Parliament's role in The Hague Conference after EC accession

This procedure defines how the European Parliament participates in the work of the Hague Conference on Private International Law following the European Community's membership. It ensures that the Parliament is kept informed and involved in the development of international rules for civil and commercial legal cooperation.

This affects legal professionals and citizens involved in cross-border civil or commercial disputes, as it shapes the international standards for how different countries' courts recognize and apply laws.