The Euro-Arab co-operation is developed within a framework of purpose and values which includes:

• A commitment to a culture of universal human rights, to equality in dignity, equality of opportunities, and to the principles of non-discrimination;
• The recognition of the role of youth policies in promoting the autonomy, participation and social inclusion of all young people;
• Intercultural dialogue as the basis for respecting and integrating diversity as well as intercultural learning as a basic educational approach of international youth activities;
• The participation of young people and youth organisations as fundamental partners and stakeholders in youth policies and programmes;
• A shared responsibility to develop Arab-European youth co-operation as a way to overcome prejudice and mutual suspicion, to increase youth projects and co-operation as well as to address common challenges.