P6; CH2: Agreements concluded by MS before the accession

Question 1

How are International Agreements concluded by Member States before the accession regulated?

Answer 1

Acquis is subordinated to the international agreements entered into by MS and third parties before its accession to the Union.

However, MS must undertake every necessary step to remove incompatibilities with Union Law (doctrine of primacy)

Question 2

What’s the Subordination Clause?

Answer 2

The EU may also adapt to international agreements entered into by MS and third parties before its accession to the Union.

Question 3

Does the MS that entered into international agreements before its accession to the Union have to terminate immediately the agreement?

Answer 3

No

Question 4

What’s the role of the other MSs regarding one MS that entered into international agreements before its accession to the Union

Answer 4

MSs have to assist each other