TNAG-0134-FCO40-170-Tariff-preferences-for-developing-countries-1969 — Page 147

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Measures to be taken by Socialist Counties of Eastern Europe in the light of Resolution 15(II): ·

It was generally agreed that arrangements will have to be made to deal with the above-mentioned aspects and in that connection the proposals set forth in paragraph II of the secretariat document provided useful guidelines, It was further agreed that in light of the pr gress and outcome of work in the OECD, it might be necessary to have a closer. look at the allocation of subjects by headings and subheadings to working groups to be set up.

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Due to the absence of substantive documentation, in particular from the prospective preference-giving countries, these areas do not lend themselves to the process of consul- tations at the present moment. In view of the pressure of time and of the timetable envisaged it was considered desirable that as much work as possible should be done to facilitate the proceedings of the third session when it assembles. For this purpose the Committee agreed to invite the Secretary- General to consult informally with the Chairman and the Bureau of the Committee and with representatives of the Member govern- mcnts prior to the third session. These consultations would be aimed at facilitating decisions on procedural arrangements in the light of paragraph 3 above, for the conduct of the detailed intensive consultations at the third session of the Committee. They would also deal with substantive aspects listed above so far as the necessary documentation is available.

5. It was widely recognised that it might not be possible for such consultations and such working groups as had been established to complete their work within the time schedule of the Committec's third session and it might be necessary. for them to continue even after that session. It was agreed that in such an eventuality, the Committee at its third session would have to make appropriate arrangements for final- ising its report for submission to the 9th session of the Trade and Development Board. Ends.

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"The Socialist Countries of Eastern Europe stated that the question of the granting by the Socialist Countries of preferential treatment to developing countries is to be considered within the framework of resolution 15(II) which among others foresecs corresponding recommendations." INTERNATIONAL TRADE DISTRIBUTION United Nations Dept.

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