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EUROPEAN COMMISSION
Directorate-General for Trade
Directorate E - Neighbouring countries, USA and Canada
USA and Canada
Brussels,
USA and Canada
Meeting Report
Meeting ORGALIME - M. Åsenius 12.11.2015
ORGALIME:
&
Comm: M. Åsenius &
• ORGALIME noted importance of exports, a large part of their production is
exported .
• They recalled they had come up with different papers, notably a joint position
with NEMA.
• They insisted on the importance conformity assessment, particular on the mutual
recognition of test reports, specialy for components.
• On standards, they noted the importance of having international standards that
grant global market access. They do not favour the mutual recognition of
standards in this area.
• On public procurement, insisted that US markets should be open wherever federal
money is used.
• On conflict minerals, ORGALIME supports initial Commission proposal but is
concerned about the position of the EP. Also noted that Comm should be careful
not to leave door open to further MS regulation in this area.
• They supported advance in JPN negotiations and requested better implementation
of KOREU.
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