Article 2
1. The Commission is authorised to determine, on behalf of the Community, the specific terms and conditions, regarding the participation of the Republic of Cyprus, in each individual programme, in particular the financial contribution payable. The Commission shall be assisted in this task by a special committee appointed by the Council. 2. Where the Republic of Cyprus requests external assistance, the procedures provided for in Regulation (EC) No 555/2000 and in similar Regulations providing for Community external assistance to the Republic Cyprus that may be adopted in the future shall apply.