Russia: Draft EAEU SPS Measure on Testing Notified to WTO
On September 4, 2015, Russia notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of draft EAEU decision establishing rules and methodology of laboratory testing for the purposes of veterinary control via G/SPS/N/RUS/104. According to the notification, the draft document would only affect the EAEU member-states. The 60-day public comment period for the draft will close on November 3, 2015. Interested U.S. parties are encouraged to share their comments and/or concerns with USDA’s enquiry point (us.spsenquirypoint@fas.usda.gov). For potential inclusion in the U.S. official position, please send your comments by October 22, 2015.