"Awareness is growing that the EU has a unique role to play in promoting its cultural richness and diversity, both within Europe and world-wide. There is also acknowledgement that culture is an indispensable feature to achieve the EU's strategic objectives of prosperity, solidarity and security, while ensuring a stronger presence on the international scene. Based on extensive consultations, this Communication explores the relationship between culture and Europe in a globalizing world and proposes objectives for a new EU agenda for culture." (Quoted from article)