The phrase "agree upon a framework" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing the establishment of a common structure or set of guidelines between parties involved in a discussion or negotiation.
Example: "During the meeting, we were able to agree upon a framework for our collaboration moving forward."
Alternatives: "reach a consensus on a framework" or "establish a framework together."
The plans come amid a last-ditch effort to rescue collapsed talks aimed at agreeing upon a framework for a global trade accord in Hong Kong in December.
"We have agreed upon a framework that we believe will build momentum for the Saturn brand," Mr. Penske said in a statement.
Directors of most North American BSL-4 laboratories met and agreed upon a framework for leadership and training of biocontainment research and operations staff.
Directors of most North American existing and proposed BSL-4 laboratories agreed upon a framework for training of BSL-4 laboratory staff, including scientific, technical, and support personnel such as animal handlers, building engineers, and maintenance workers.
The researchers then met to discuss and agree upon a common thematic framework, and re-coding was carried out where necessary.
Eight senators, four Republicans and four Democrats, were actually able to agree upon a comprehensive immigration reform framework in 2013.
Regional team leaders agreed upon an analytical framework based on the WHO four ATM dimensions (rational selection and use, affordable prices, sustainable financing, and reliable health and supply systems) and determinants rooted in local, national, and international contexts [ 12].
The two-week UN climate talks are scheduled to close in Lima on Friday with countries working to agree on a framework upon which they can make pledges to take action on climate change.
Because they were fundamentally deadlocked on this issue, the task of the two sides instead was to agree on a framework for the discussion based on agreed-upon principles.
Negotiate until you can agree upon an acceptable conclusion.
In September, when the UN is tasked with agreeing upon a post-2015 global development framework, leaders will have a critical opportunity to shift the global course of development, helping to ensure children are no longer left behind due to social, economic or geographic reasons.
