Rep o rt of th e tw en - Rotterdam Convention

v. The country representatives to the meetings of international instruments and conventions
should ensure dialogue prior to the meeting for coordinated efforts in areas of common
interest to the countries of the region.
vi. Some of the member countries expressed their willingness to explore the possibility of
hosting or assisting any inter sessional meetings or programmes (bilateral, multilateral)
to facilitate the above initiatives if need arises.
10.2.3 Discussions of the presentation
10.2.3.1 Pesticide Technical Cooperation Programme
The delegates were informed of the need to accelerate the pesticide technical cooperation
programmes, stressing the key element of regulation enforcement.
10.2.3.2 G uidelines for the disposal of pesticides
FAO clarified that guidelines for the disposal of pesticides had already been published, and
available on the FAO website.
10.2.3.3 Technical assistance for ratification
The representative from India offered technical assistance to other member countries of APPPC
in connection with ratification of the Rotterdam Convention. FAO welcomed any form of assistance,
and was willing to work out the details with the interested parties.
10.3 Standing Committee on IPM
The meeting was chaired by Dr Iftikhar Ahmad.
10.3.1 Attendance:
The meeting was attended by the following:
China : Dr Xia Jingyuan, Mr Zhao Lijun
Indonesia : Mr Halomoan Lumbantobing
Myanmar : Ms Hnin Hnin Naing
Pakistan : Dr Iftikhar Ahmad
Srilanka : Dr A.A.L. Amarasinghe
Thailand : Mr Paisan Ratanasatien, Dr Turnjit Sattayavirut,
: Ms Srisurang Likhitekaraj, Ms Chanpen Prakongvongs,
: Ms Patcharee Menakanit, Ms Watchreeporn Orar,
: Ms Lawan Jeerapong, Ms Varee Chareonpol,
10.3.2 Appointment of the Chairperson and Rapporteur
: Ms Areepan Upanisakorn, Ms Sirada Timprasert
Mr Paisan Ratanasatien from Thailand was appointed as Chairperson of the Standing Committee
on IPM. Dr A.A.L. Amarasinghe from Sri Lanka was appointed as Rapporteur.
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