Article 2
1. The Commission is authorised to determine, on behalf of the Community, the specific terms and conditions applicable to the participation of the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia in any given programme, including the financial contribution payable. The Commission shall be assisted in this task by a special committee appointed by the Council. 2. Where the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia requests external assistance, the procedures provided for in Regulation (EC) No 2666/2000, and in similar Regulations providing for Community external assistance to the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia that may be adopted in the future, shall apply.