1.For the purpose of fulfilling its mission, the Agency may enter into administrative arrangements with third countries, organisations and entities. Such arrangements shall notably cover:
(a)the principle of a relationship between the Agency and the third party;
(b)provisions for consultation on subjects related to the Agency's work;
(c)security matters.
In so doing, it shall respect the single institutional framework and the decision-making autonomy of the Union. Each such arrangement shall be concluded by the Steering Board upon approval by the Council acting by unanimity.