CE/PAC/en 1 INTERIM AGREEMENT WITH A VIEW TO AN ... - WITS

CHAPTER 5SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENTARTICLE 60Continuation of negotiations on sustainable development1. The Parties recognise that sustainable development is an overall objective of the EPA. Theytherefore agree to ensure that sustainability considerations are reflected in all titles of the EPA andto draft specific chapters covering environmental and social issues.2. To achieve this objective, the Parties shall conclude negotiations by 1 January 2009 on a setof potential commitments on sustainable development, which shall include in particular thefollowing:(a)level of protection and right to regulate;(b)regional integration in Central Africa, use of international environmental standards and of theInternational Labour Organisation and promotion of decent work;(c)upholding levels of protection;(d)consultation and monitoring procedures.CE/PAC/en 66