The European Union (EU) signed a cooperation agreement with the government of South Korea covering participation in the Galileo satellite navigation program, the EU announced Sept. 11.

The agreement covers joint efforts in the areas of scientific research and training, industrial cooperation, trade and market development, standards, certification, and regulatory measures.

“The country has the know-how to exploit Galileo’s state-of-the art technology, particularly in mass markets, and we plan to jointly develop activities for advanced applications which will not only benefit citizens but also increase safety and efficiency in many sectors,” Jacques Barrot, vice president of the European Commission, said in a statement.