EU/SADC EPA States Economic Partnership Agreement
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With the European Parliament.
Last active 14 Sept 2016
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
It approves an EU trade agreement with six Southern African countries, setting rules for goods trade, standards, customs, and dispute settlement.
Who it affects
It affects businesses and exporters trading between the EU and Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Swaziland. It also affects sectors in those countries that may be shielded from full liberalisation.
Core of the proposal
- Approves the Economic Partnership Agreement with the SADC EPA States.
- Creates asymmetric market access for the SADC EPA States.
- Sets rules on customs, trade facilitation, standards, and food safety measures.
- Provides dispute settlement, geographical indications, origin rules, and monitoring arrangements.
Latest update
10 Jul 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
European Parliament → European Parliament
European Parliament → European Parliament
Documents
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