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Protection of the Euro Against Counterfeiting (PERICLES IV)
This programme funds measures to prevent and combat counterfeiting of euro banknotes and coins, strengthen currency integrity, and enhance trust in the EU economy. Eligible applicants include national authorities, competent organisations, and businesses involved in anti-counterfeiting technology, security solutions, and related fraud prevention measures.
About this call
Objective:The Pericles IV programme has the following general objective:To prevent and combat counterfeiting and related fraud, preserve the integrity of the euro banknotes and coins, thus strengthening the trust of citizens and business in the genuineness of these banknotes and coins and therefore enhancing the trust in the Union's economy, while securing the sustainability of public finances.The Pericles IV programme has the following specific objective:To protect euro banknotes and coins against counterfeiting and related fraud, by supporting and supplementing the measures undertaken by the Member States and assisting the competent national and Union authorities in their efforts to develop among themselves and with the Commission a close and regular cooperation and an exchange of best practice, where appropriate including third countries and international organisations.