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INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from the European Union
Date: 20 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS465/4
Complainant: U.S.
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. III:4, X:1, X:3(a), XI:1, XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from the European Union
 The following communication, dated 18 September 2013, from the delegation of the
European Union to the delegation of Indonesia, the delegation of the United States and to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circ ulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the
DSU.

Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU), the European Union hereby notifies the Government of the
United States of America, the Government of In donesia, and the Dispute Settlement Body that, in
the light of the substantial trade interest of the European Union, it desires to be joined in the
consultations requested by the United States in a communication circulated to WTO Members on
9 September 2013 (, , , , ) entitled
Indonesia – Importation of Horticultural Products, Animals and Animal Products.

The European Union is a major exporter of agricultural products (including horticultural
products) and maintains important trade relations with Indonesia. In 2011, the European Union
exported agricultural goods valuing approximately €500m to Indonesia. In 2012, the
European Union's exports of horticultural products and meat to Indonesia have been negatively
affected. The Indonesian import licensing requirements may have a substantial impact on future
trade flows between the European Union and Indo nesia. Accordingly, the European Union has a
substantial trade interest in this dispute.

The European Union looks forward to being informed of the date and venue of the
consultations.
INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from Thailand
Date: 20 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS465/5
Complainant: U.S.
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. III:4, X:1, X:3(a), XI:1, XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from Thailand
 The following communication, dated 18 Septembe r 2013, from the delegation of Thailand to
the delegation of Indonesia, the delegation of the United States and to the Chairperson of the
Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 Pursuant to Article XXII of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade 1994 ("GATT 1994")
and Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of
Disputes ("DSU"), the Kingdom of Thailand hereby notifies the consulting Members and the
Dispute Settlement Body of its desire to be jo ined in the consultations in the above-captioned
dispute, which were requested by the United States in a communication circulated to
WTO Members on 9 September 2013, as document , , ,

 Thailand is one of the largest exporters to Indo nesia of the horticultural products at issue in
this dispute. The measures referred to in the request for consultations have been applied to
Thai horticultural exports to Indonesia. Thus, Thailand has a substantial trade interest in the
consultations.

 Thailand looks forward to receiving confirmation of receipt and acceptance of this request,
as well as advice regarding the time and venue for these consultations.
INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from Australia
Date: 23 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS465/6
Complainant: U.S.
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. III:4, X:1, X:3(a), XI:1, XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from Australia
 The following communication, dated 19 Septembe r 2013, from the delegation of Australia to
the delegation of Indonesia, the delegation of the United States, the delegation of New Zealand
and to the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with
Article 4.11 of the DSU.

Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU), Australia notifies the Government of the Republic of Indonesia that,
in light of the substantial trade interest of Australia, it desires to be joined in Indonesia's
consultations with the United States pursuant to the communication entitled Indonesia –
Importation of Horticultural Products, Animals and Animal Products circulated to WTO Members on
9 September 2013 ().

Australia has substantial trade and commercial interests in this matter as a significant
exporter of horticultural products, animals and an imal products to Indonesia. In 2012, Indonesia
was estimated to be Australia's third largest agricultural market, with exports totalling
A$2.4 billion. In that year, Australia was Indonesia's only source of live cattle (A$189 million), its
largest supplier of beef imports (A$120 million) and its fifth largest supplier of horticultural
products (A$61 million).

Mindful of the rights and obligations of WTO Members under Article 4.11 of the DSU,
Australia looks forward to receiving your reply, and advice of the date and venue of the
consultations.
INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS ACCEPTANCE BY INDONESIA OF THE REQUESTS TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: ACCEPTANCE BY INDONESIA OF THE REQUESTS TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Date: 24 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS465/7
Complainant: U.S.
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. III:4, X:1, X:3(a), XI:1, XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
ACCEPTANCE BY INDONESIA OF THE REQUESTS TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
 Australia, Canada, the European Union, New Zealand and Thailand notified the Dispute
Settlement Body (DSB) of their desire to be joined in the consultations requested by the
United States, pursuant to Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 The delegation of Indonesia informed the DSB th at it had accepted the requests of Australia,
Canada, the European Union, and Thailand to join the consultations.

INDONÉSIE – IMPORTATION DE PRODUITS HORTICOLES,
D'ANIMAUX ET DE PRODUITS D'ORIGINE ANIMALE
PARTICIPATION AUX CONSULTATIONS
l'Organe de règlement des différends (ORD) qu'ils désiraient être admis à participer aux

La délégation de l'Indonésie a informé l'ORD qu'elle avait accepté les demandes de
européenne.

INDONESIA – IMPORTACIÓN DE PRODUCTOS HORTÍCOLAS,
ANIMALES Y PRODUCTOS DEL REINO ANIMAL
 Australia, el Canadá, Nueva Zelandia, Tailandia y la Unión Europea notificaron al Órgano de
INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from the United States
Date: 13 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS466/2; WT/DS466/1
Complainant: New Zealand
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. III:4, XI:1, X:3(a), XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from the United States
 The following communication, dated 10 Sept ember 2013, from the delegation of the
United States to the delegation of Indonesi a, the delegation of New Zealand and to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circ ulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the
DSU.

This concerns the request for consultations by New Zealand on Indonesia – Importation of
Horticultural Products, Animals, and Animal Products, circulated to Members on 9 September 2013
(). My authorities have instructed me to notify the consulting Members and the
Dispute Settlement Body of the desire of the Unit ed States to be joined in these consultations
pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement
of Disputes.

The United States has a substantial trade interest in these consultations. They concern
measures related to the importation of horticultural products, animals, and animal products into
Indonesia on which the United States has also requested consultations (). US exports
of the affected horticultural products, animals, and animal products totaled $184 million in 2012.
INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from Canada
Date: 18 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS466/3
Complainant: New Zealand
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. III:4, XI:1, X:3(a), XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from Canada
 The following communication, dated 16 Septem ber 2013, from the delegation of Canada to
the delegation of Indonesia, the delegation of New Zealand and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU), the Government of Canada hereby notifies its desire to join in the
consultations requested by New Zealand pursuant to Articles 1 and 4 of the DSU, Article XXII of
the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade 1994 , Article 19 of the Agreement on Agriculture ,
Article 6 of the Agreement on Import Licensing Procedures and Articles 7 and 8 of the Agreement
on Preshipment Inspection, concerning certain measures imposed by Indonesia on the importation
of horticultural products, animals and animal products.

 The relevant communication was circulated to WTO Members on 9 September 2013, as
Indonesia – Importation of Horticultural Products, Animals and Animal Products (,

Canada has a substantial trade interest in these proceedings, as Indonesia is a priority
export market for Canadian agricultural products. As many of these products could be subject to
non-automatic import licensing and quotas in Indonesia, Canada is concerned that the measures
at issue may restrict trade and, therefore, negatively affect Canadian exports to Indonesia.
Accordingly, Canada requests to join in these consultations.

Canada acknowledges that this dispute relates to many of the same measures as those at
issue in the request from the United States in DS455. We recall the reservations expressed by
Canada that Indonesia failed, in that dispute, to respect its obligations – and the corresponding
rights of third parties – under Article 4.11 of the DSU.
1 Canada looks forward to Indonesia
respecting those obligations in this dispute, and to being informed of the date and venue of the
consultations.
INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from the European Union
Date: 20 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS466/4
Complainant: New Zealand
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. III:4, XI:1, X:3(a), XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from the European Union
 The following communication, dated 18 September 2013, from the delegation of the
European Union to the delegation of Indonesia, the delegation of New Zealand and to the
Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circ ulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the
DSU.

Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU), the European Union hereby notifies the Government of
New Zealand, the Government of Indonesia, and th e Dispute Settlement Body that, in the light of
the substantial trade interest of the European Union, it desires to be joined in the consultations
requested by New Zealand in a communication circulated to WTO Members on 9 September 2013
(, , , , ) entitled Indonesia –
Importation of Horticultural Products, Animals and Animal Products.

The European Union is a major exporter of agricultural products (including horticultural
products) and maintains important trade relations with Indonesia. In 2011, the European Union
exported agricultural goods valuing approximately €500m to Indonesia. In 2012, the
European Union's exports of horticultural products and meat to Indonesia have been negatively
affected. The Indonesian import licensing requirements may have a substantial impact on future
trade flows between the European Union and Indo nesia. Accordingly, the European Union has a
substantial trade interest in this dispute.

The European Union looks forward to being informed of the date and venue of the
consultations.
INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from Thailand
Date: 20 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS466/5
Complainant: New Zealand
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. III:4, XI:1, X:3(a), XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from Thailand
 The following communication, dated 18 Septembe r 2013, from the delegation of Thailand to
the delegation of Indonesia, the delegation of New Zealand and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 Pursuant to Article XXII of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade 1994 ("GATT 1994")
and Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of
Disputes ("DSU"), the Kingdom of Thailand hereby notifies the consulting Members and the
Dispute Settlement Body of its desire to be jo ined in the consultations in the above-captioned
dispute, which were requested by New Zealand in a communication circulated to WTO Members on
9 September 2013, as document , , , ,

 Thailand is one of the largest exporters to Indo nesia of the horticultural products at issue in
this dispute. The measures referred to in the request for consultations have been applied to
Thai horticultural exports to Indonesia. Thus, Thailand has a substantial trade interest in the
consultations.

 Thailand looks forward to receiving confirmation of receipt and acceptance of this request,
as well as advice regarding the time and venue for these consultations.
INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from Australia
Date: 23 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS466/6
Complainant: New Zealand
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. III:4, XI:1, X:3(a), XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from Australia
 The following communication, dated 19 Septembe r 2013, from the delegation of Australia to
the delegation of Indonesia, the delegation of Ne w Zealand, the delegation of the United States
and to the Chairperson of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with
Article 4.11 of the DSU.

Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU), Australia notifies the Government of the Republic of Indonesia that,
in light of the substantial trade interest of Australia, it desires to be joined in Indonesia's
consultations with New Zealand pursuant to the communication entitled Indonesia – Importation of
Horticultural Products, Animals and Animal Products circulated to WTO Members on
9 September 2013 ().

Australia has substantial trade and commercial interests in this matter as a significant
exporter of horticultural products, animals and an imal products to Indonesia. In 2012, Indonesia
was estimated to be Australia's third largest agricultural market, with exports totalling
A$2.4 billion. In that year, Australia was Indonesia's only source of live cattle (A$189 million), its
largest supplier of beef imports (A$120 million) and its fifth largest supplier of horticultural
products (A$61 million).

Mindful of the rights and obligations of WTO Members under Article 4.11 of the DSU,
Australia looks forward to receiving your reply, and advice of the date and venue of the
consultations.
INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS, ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS ACCEPTANCE BY INDONESIA OF THE REQUESTS TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: ACCEPTANCE BY INDONESIA OF THE REQUESTS TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Date: 24 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS466/7
Complainant: New Zealand
Respondent: Indonesia
Dispute stage: Consultation
Agreements cited: Art. 4.2  AgricultureArt. III:4, XI:1, X:3(a), XIII:2  GATT 1994Art. 1.3, 3.2, 3.3, 3.5(a), 3.5(b), 3.5(c), 3.5(k)  Import LicensingArt. 2.1, 2.15  Preshipment Inspection

INDONESIA – IMPORTATION OF HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS,
ANIMALS AND ANIMAL PRODUCTS
ACCEPTANCE BY INDONESIA OF THE REQUESTS TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
 Australia, Canada, the European Union, Thailand and the United States notified the Dispute
Settlement Body (DSB) of their desire to be joined in the consultations requested by New Zealand,
pursuant to Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 The delegation of Indonesia informed the DSB th at it had accepted the requests of Australia,
Canada, the European Union, and Thailand to join the consultations.

INDONÉSIE – IMPORTATION DE PRODUITS HORTICOLES,
D'ANIMAUX ET DE PRODUITS D'ORIGINE ANIMALE
DE PARTICIPATION AUX CONSULTATIONS
l'Organe de règlement des différends (ORD) qu'ils désiraient être admis à participer aux

 La délégation de l'Indonésie a informé l'ORD qu'elle avait accepté les demandes de
l'Union européenne.

INDONESIA – IMPORTACIÓN DE PRODUCTOS HORTÍCOLAS,
ANIMALES Y PRODUCTOS DEL REINO ANIMAL
deseo de ser asociados a las consultas solicitadas por Nueva Zelandia.
AUSTRALIA – CERTAIN MEASURES CONCERNING TRADEMARKS, GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS AND OTHER PLAIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PACKAGING REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS COMMUNICATION FROM GUATEMALA
Document: COMMUNICATION FROM GUATEMALA
Date: 30 September 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/2
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

AUSTRALIA – CERTAIN MEASURES CONCERNING TRADEMARKS, GEOGRAPHICAL
INDICATIONS AND OTHER PLAIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS
APPLICABLE TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PACKAGING
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
COMMUNICATION FROM GUATEMALA
 The following communication, dated 26 Septem ber 2013, from the delegation of Guatemala
to the delegation of Australia, the delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 In accordance with Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (the "DSU"), the Government of Guatemala hereby notifies its desire to
join in the consultations requested by Indonesia concerning certain Australian laws and regulations
that impose trademark restrictions and other plain packaging requirements on tobacco products
and packaging.

The request for consultations to Australia from Indonesia, dated 20 September 2013, was
circulated to the WTO Members on 25 September 2013 as document , ,

Guatemala has a substantial trade interest in these consultations, as it exports more than
US 54 millions of tobacco and tobacco products. Additionally, Guatemala has a systemic interest in
public health issues; in particular, how Members reconcile their obligations under the
WTO Agreements and the achievement of their own legitimate objectives.

A copy of this letter is being sent to the Chairman of the Dispute Settlement Body, with a
request that it be circulated to the Members. Look ing forward to hearing from you at your earliest
convenience, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for considering this request.
AUSTRALIA – CERTAIN MEASURES CONCERNING TRADEMARKS, GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS AND OTHER PLAIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PACKAGING REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from Nicaragua
Date: 2 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/3
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

AUSTRALIA – CERTAIN MEASURES CONCERNING TRADEMARKS,
GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS AND OTHER PLAIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS
APPLICABLE TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PACKAGING
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from Nicaragua
 The following communication, dated 27 Septem ber 2013, from the delegation of Nicaragua
to the delegation of Australia, the delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU), the Government of Nicaragua hereby notifies to Australia, Indonesia
and Dispute Settlement Body its interest to join the consultations requested by the Government of
Indonesia under Articles 4 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes, Articles 2.1, 3.1, 15, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3, and 16 of the Agreement on
Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (the "TRIPS Agreement"), Article 2.1 and 2.2
of the Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade (the "TBT Agreement"), and Article III:4 of the
General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade 1994 (the "GATT 1994") concerning certain Australian
laws and regulations that impose trademark rest rictions and other plain packaging requirements
on tobacco products and packaging (the "measures").

Our country has a substantial trade interest in these consultations as manufacturer of cigars
which represent one of the most important exports to Nicaragua and the Australian measures will
undermine the competitive opportunities having also a negative impact in the production and
employment in this sector. Nicaragua respectfully asks that its substantial trade interests in these
consultations be recognized.
AUSTRALIA – CERTAIN MEASURES CONCERNING TRADEMARKS, GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS AND OTHER PLAIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PACKAGING REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from New Zealand
Date: 2 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/4
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

AUSTRALIA – CERTAIN MEASURES CONCERNING TRADEMARKS,
GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS AND OTHER PLAIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS
APPLICABLE TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PACKAGING
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from New Zealand
 The following communication, dated 30 September 2013, from the delegation of
New Zealand to the delegation of Australia, the de legation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of
the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU) , New Zealand hereby notifies the Governments of Australia and
Indonesia as well as the Dispute Settlement Body ( D S B ) t h a t i t w i s h e s t o b e j o i n e d i n t h e
consultations requested by Indonesia in the document circulated to WTO Members on
25 September 2013 entitled "Australia – Certain Measures Concerning Trademarks, Geographical
Indications and Other Plain Packaging Requirements Applicable to Tobacco Products and
Packaging" (, , , ).

 New Zealand has a substantial trade interest in the subject of the consultations and a
systemic interest in the application and interpretation of the provisions of the Agreement on
Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights , the Agreement on Technical Barriers to
Trade, and the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade 1994.

 New Zealand looks forward to confirmation of receipt and acceptance of this request and
advice regarding the timing and venue for the consultations. I have further requested that this
communication be circulated to the Members of the DSB.
AUSTRALIA – CERTAIN MEASURES CONCERNING TRADEMARKS, GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS AND OTHER PLAIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PACKAGING REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Document: Communication from Uruguay
Date: 3 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/5
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

AUSTRALIA – CERTAIN MEASURES CONCERNING TRADEMARKS,
GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS AND OTHER PLAIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS
APPLICABLE TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PACKAGING
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from Uruguay
 The following communication, dated 1 October 2 013, from the delegation of Uruguay to the
delegation of Australia, the delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 I have the honour to address His Excellency, in reference with the request for consultations
presented by Indonesia in Australian Plain Packaging Requirements Applicable to Tobacco Products
and Packaging (, , , ), distributed to Members last
25 September 2013.

 To this respect, my authorities have instructed me to notify the consulting Members and the
Dispute Settlement Body of the desire of Uruguay to be joined in these consultations, pursuant to
Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes ,
having in mind the substantial trade interest and the standing of Uruguay in these consultations.
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Document: Communication from the European Union
Date: 4 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/6; WT/DS467/1; G/L/1041; G/TBT/D/46; IP/D/34
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

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Communication from the European Union
 The following communication, dated 3 October 2013, from the delegation of the
European Union to the delegation of Australia, th e delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson
of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

This letter relates to a communication circulated to WTO Members on 25 September 2013
(, , , ) entitled Australia – Certain Measures concerning
Trademarks, Geographical Indications and other Plain Packaging Requirements Applicable to
Tobacco Products and Packaging, by which Indonesia requests to hold consultations with Australia.

The consultations will touch upon issues concerning the balance between health and other
interests in domestic measures, under the prism of three WTO agreements: the TRIPS Agreement,
the TBT Agreement, and the GATT 1994. The Europe an Union attaches great importance to the
pursuit of policies aimed at tackling the negative health effects of tobacco consumption and it has
a d o p t ed m e as u r e s in t h a t r e g a r d . At th e s a m e time, the European Union is the world's leading
importer of raw tobacco, it imports significant volumes of manufactured tobacco, and it is the
largest exporter of cigars and cigarettes.

In view of the foregoing, and pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and
Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes , the European Union hereby notifies the
Government of Australia, the Government of Indo nesia and the Dispute Settlement Body that, in
the light of the substantial trade interest of the European Union, it desires to be joined in the
consultations requested by Indonesia.
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Document: Communication from Norway
Date: 7 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/7
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

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Communication from Norway
 The following communication, dated 4 October 2 013, from the delegation of Norway to the
delegation of Australia, the delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

My authorities have instructed me to request, pursuant to Article 4.11 of the
WTO Understanding on Rules and Procedures Gove rning the Settlement of Disputes, that Norway
be joined in the consultations requested by Indonesia on 20 September 2013 in a communication
circulated to Members on 25 September 2013 entitled Australia – Certain Measures concerning
Trademarks, Geographical Indications and Other Plain Packaging Requirements Applicable to
Tobacco Products and Packaging ().

Norway is currently in the process of implementing revisions to its own tobacco policy, and
has already introduced a number of measures in order to reduce smoking. Norway thus has a
substantial trade interest in this dispute.

Norway looks forward to receiving Australia’s reply to this request.
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Document: Communication from Canada
Date: 7 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/8
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

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Communication from Canada
 The following communication, dated 4 October 201 3, from the delegation of Canada to the
delegation of Australia, the delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

In accordance with Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU), the Government of Canada hereby notifies its desire to join in the
consultations requested by Indonesia under Article 4 of the DSU, Article 14.1 of the Agreement on
Technical Barriers to Trade, Article 64.1 of the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual
Property Rights and Article XXII of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade 1994 with respect
to certain Australian measures relating to trademarks, geographical indications and other plain
packaging requirements on tobacco products and packaging.

The relevant communication from the Permanent Mission of Indonesia, dated
20 September 2013, was circulated to WTO Members on 25 September 2013, as Australia –
Certain Measures Concerning Trademarks, Geographical Indications and Other Plain Packaging
Requirements Applicable to Tobacco Products and Packaging (, , ,

Canada has a substantial trade interest in these proceedings as an importer of tobacco
products and the interpretation of WTO obligations in this dispute could materially affect Canadian
domestic measures. Accordingly, Canada requests to join in these consultations.

 A copy of this letter is being sent to the Chairman of the Dispute Settlement Body with a
request that it be circulated to Members.
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Document: Communication from the Dominican Republic
Date: 7 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/9
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

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Communication from the Dominican Republic
 The following communication, dated 4 October 2013, from the delegation of the Dominican
Republic to the delegation of Australia, the delega tion of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the
Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

I have received instructions from my country's authorities to request, pursuant to
Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes ,
that the Dominican Republic be joined in the consultations requested by Indonesia on
20 September 2013 regarding Australia – Certain Measures Concerning Trademarks, Geographical
Indications and Other Plain Packaging Requirements Applicable to Tobacco Products and Packaging
(, circulated on 25 September 2013).

The Dominican Republic is a major producer and exporter of tobacco products and therefore
has a substantial trade interest in these consultations.

The Dominican Republic looks forward to receiving Australia's response.
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Document: Communication from Brazil
Date: 8 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/10
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

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Communication from Brazil
 The following communication, dated 4 October 2013, from the delegation of Brazil to the
delegation of Australia, the delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the DSU, I would like to inform you that Brazil considers it has a
substantial trade interest in the following dispute: Australia – Certain Measures Concerning
Trademarks, Geographical Indications and Other Plain Packaging Requirements Applicable to
Tobacco Products and Packaging (Complainant: Indonesia) (DS467).

In light of the above, I have been instructed to express Brazil's desire to be joined in the
consultations requested by the Indonesia in docu ment I look forward to receiving
Australia's reply to this request.
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Document: Communication from Honduras
Date: 8 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/11
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

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Communication from Honduras
 The following communication, dated 3 October 2013, from the delegation of Honduras to the
delegation of Australia, the delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU), the Government of Honduras notifies the Government of Australia,
the Government of Indonesia, and the Dispute Settlement Body of its desire to be joined in the
consultations requested by Indonesia in Australia – Certain Measures Concerning Trademarks,
Geographical Indications and Other Plain Packaging Requirements Applicable to Tobacco Products
and Packaging, as set out in the communication circulated to WTO Members on 25 September
2013 ().

 Honduras has a substantial trade interest in this dispute as a major producer and exporter of
tobacco products.

 Honduras looks forward to your reply.
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Document: Communication from Ukraine
Date: 11 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/12
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

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Communication from Ukraine
 The following communication, dated 2 October 20 13, from the delegation of Ukraine to the
delegation of Australia, the delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the Understanding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes (DSU), Ukraine notifies the Government of Indonesia, the Government of
Australia, and the Dispute Settlement Body that, in light of the substantial trade interest of
Ukraine, it desires to be joined in the consultations requested by Indonesia in a communication
circulated to WTO Members on 25 September 2013 (, , ,
) entitled Australia – Certain Measures Concerning Trademarks, Geographical Indications
and Other Plain Packaging Requirements Applicable to Tobacco Products and Packaging.

 Ukraine is an important producer and export er of tobacco products and therefore Ukraine
has a substantial trade interest as well as a systemic interest in these proceedings.

 Ukraine looks forward to being informed of the date and venue of the consultations.
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Document: Communication from Cuba
Date: 25 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/13
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

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GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS AND OTHER PLAIN PACKAGING REQUIREMENTS
APPLICABLE TO TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND PACKAGING
REQUEST TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Communication from Cuba
 The following communication, dated 11 October 2013, from the delegation of Cuba to the
delegation of Australia, the delegation of Indonesia and to the Chairperson of the Dispute
Settlement Body, is circulated in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 Pursuant to Article 4.11 of the WTO Understa nding on Rules and Procedures Governing the
Settlement of Disputes, I would like to inform you that Cuba considers it has a substantial trade
interest in the following dispute: Australia – Certain Measures Concerning Trademarks,
Geographical Indications and Other Plain Packaging Requirements Applicable to Tobacco Products
and Packaging (Complainant: Indonesia) (DS467).

 In light of the above, I have been instructed to express Cuba's desire to be joined in the
consultations requested by Indonesia in document

 Cuba looks forward to receiving Australia's reply to this request.
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Document: ACCEPTANCE BY AUSTRALIA OF THE REQUESTS TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
Date: 28 October 2013
Document codes: WT/DS467/14
Complainant: Indonesia
Respondent: Australia
Third parties: Brazil, Canada, China, Cuba, EU, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, U.S., Uruguay, Zimbabwe, Dominican, Peru, Singapore, Argentina, Chile, Malawi, Nigeria, Ecuador
Dispute stage: Panel
Agreements cited: Art. 2.1, 2.2  Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT)Art. 1.1, 2.1, 3.1, 15.4, 16.1, 16.3, 20, 22.2(b), 24.3  Intellectual Property (TRIPS)Art. III:4  GATT 1994

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ACCEPTANCE BY AUSTRALIA OF THE REQUESTS TO JOIN CONSULTATIONS
 Brazil, Canada, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, the European Union, Guatemala, Honduras,
New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Ukraine, and Uruguay notified the Dispute Settlement
Body (DSB) of their desire to be joined in the consultations requested by Indonesia, pursuant to
Article 4.11 of the DSU.

 The delegation of Australia informed the DSB that it had accepted the requests of Brazil,
Canada, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, the European Union, Guatemala, Honduras, New Zealand,
Nicaragua, Norway, Ukraine, and Uruguay to join the consultations.