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Law No. 71 Of May 17, 2012

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LEGE no. 71 71 of 17 May 2012 for the ratification of the Agreement between the European Community and its Member States, of the one part, and the Republic of South Africa, of the other part, signed in Kleinmond on 11 September 2009, amending the Agreement on trade, development and cooperation between the European Community and its Member States, of the one part, and the Republic of South Africa, of the other part, signed in Pretoria on 11 October 1999
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Published in OFFICIAL MONITOR no. 630 630 of 3 September 2012



The Romanian Parliament adopts this law + Article UNIC The Agreement concluded between the European Community and its Member States, of the one part, and the Republic of South Africa, of the other part, signed in Kleinmond on 11 September 2009, amending the Agreement on trade, development and cooperation between the European Community and its Member States, of the one part, and the Republic of South Africa, of the other part, signed in Pretoria on 11 October 1999. This law was adopted by the Romanian Parliament, in compliance with the provisions of art. 75 75 and art. 76 76 para. (2) of the Romanian Constitution, republished. CHAMBER OF DEPUTIES PRESIDENT ROBERTA ALMA ANASTASE SENATE PRESIDENT VASILE BLAGA Bucharest, May 17, 2012. No. 71. AGREEMENT between the European Community and Member States thereof, on the one hand, and the Republic of South Africa, of the other part, amending the Agreement on trade, development and cooperation Kingdom of Belgium Republic of Bulgaria Czech Republic, Kingdom of Denmark Federal Republic of Germany, The Estonian Republic, Ireland, Hellenic Republic Kingdom of Spain French Republic, Italian Republic, Republic of Cyprus The Republic of Latvia, Republic of Lithuania The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, The Republic of Hungary, Malta, The Kingdom of the Netherlands, Republic of Austria Republic of Poland, The Portuguese Republic, Romania, Republic of Slovenia Slovak Republic, Republic of Finland Kingdom of Sweden United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Contracting Parties to the Treaty establishing the European Community, hereinafter referred to as the Member States, and the European Community, hereinafter referred to as the Community, and The Republic of South Africa, hereinafter referred to as the Parties, Having regard to the Agreement on trade, development and cooperation between the European Community and its Member States, of the one part, and the Republic of South Africa, of the other part (hereinafter referred to as the ACDC), was signed in Pretoria to 11 October 1999 and entered into force on 1 May 2004, Given that Articles 18 and 103 of the ACDC provide for the revision of the Agreement within five years of its entry into force; that the Parties conducted a review in 2004 and agreed by a joint declaration of the Cooperation Council of 23 November 2004 on the need to make certain changes to the ACDC, Having regard to the revision of the provisions of the ACDC on trade and trade-related matters subject to negotiations for an Economic Partnership Agreement between the European Union and the Southern African countries, Whereas the Joint Action Plan for the implementation of the Strategic Partnership between the Republic of South Africa and the European Union has been concluded and provides for the extension of cooperation between the Parties in a wide range of areas, agree on the following provisions: + Article 1 ACDC is amended as follows: 1. In the preamble a new sixth recital is added: " Recognizing the vital importance of all components of the multilateral disarmament and non-proliferation treaty system and the fact that progress should be made in the implementation of all the obligations deriving from it; Therefore, I wish to introduce a clause in this Agreement, which will enable them to cooperate and to establish a political dialogue on these matters. " 2. in Article 2, the first subparagraph shall be replaced by the following: " Respect for democratic principles and fundamental human rights, as set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and principles on the rule of law, as well as cooperation on disarmament and the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, as provided for in Article 91A (1) and (2), are the basis of the internal and international policies of the European Union and South Africa and constitute the essential elements of the present agreement. " 3. Article 55 shall be replaced by the following: "" ARTICLE 55 Information society and ICT ((1) The parties agree to cooperate in the field of information society development, as well as to promote information and communication technology (ICT), which are considered essential tools for socio-economic development in the information age. Cooperation shall have as objectives: (a) promote the development of an inclusive, development-oriented information society; (b) support the growth and progress of the ICT sector, including SMEs * 1); --------- * * 1) Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. (c) support cooperation between the countries of the South African region in this area and, in general, at continental level. (2) The cooperation shall include dialogue, exchange of information and, possibly, technical assistance in various aspects of the information society building process. This includes: (a) policies and regulatory frameworks, innovative and inclusive applications and services, the development of skills; (b) facilitating interaction between regulators, public sector entities, business and civil society organisations; (c) new facilities, including research and education networks, to track interconnections between networks and interoperability of applications; (d) the promotion and implementation of joint research and technological development projects in the field of new technologies related to the information society. The cooperation programme should aim at the implementation of projects that respond to concerns common to the two parties and resulting from the collaboration on the abovementioned issues. " 4. Article 57 shall be amended as follows: ((a) in paragraph 1, the introductory phrase is replaced by the following: " (1) Cooperation in this field shall cover, inter alia: '; ((b) paragraph 2 is replaced by the following: " (2) In particular, cooperation shall: (a) support the development of an adequate energy policy in South Africa, the regulatory framework and its infrastructure; (b) ensure energy security in South Africa by diversifying energy resources; (c) improve the performance standards of operators in the energy market, from a technical, economic, financial and environmental point of view, in particular in the electricity and liquid fuels sectors; (d) facilitate the development of capacities in order to establish a body of local specialists, in particular through general and technical training; ((e) develop new and renewable sources of energy and support the infrastructure needed to cover energy demand at national and rural levels, as well as for electricity supply; (f) improve the rational use of energy in buildings and industry, in particular by promoting energy efficiency; (g) promote the mutual transfer and use of cleaner and environmentally friendly energy technologies; (i) to promote regulatory cooperation in the energy sector of the South African region; (j) promote regional cooperation in the field of energy in southern Africa. '; (c) The following paragraph is added; " (3) The cooperation will include the activities undertaken by South Africa under the European Union Energy Initiative for the eradication of poverty and sustainable development, under the Johannesburg Plan and the UN Development Commission sustainable. " 5. Article 58 shall be amended as follows: ((a) in paragraph 1 (a), the words 'health and safety' shall be replaced by 'health, safety and environmental protection'; (b) in paragraph 1 (b), the second sentence is replaced by ' Cooperation should include the creation of a mutually beneficial climate for attracting investment in this sector, in particular SMEs * 1), and should also involve previously disadvantaged communities. '; --------- *. Small and medium-sized enterprises. (c) in paragraph 1, the following point (d) is added: "" (d) to support policies and programmes promoting the in situ enrichment of ores and creating opportunities for collaboration in the development of the mineral enrichment sector. '; ((d) in paragraph 1, point (d) shall be renumbered (c); ((e) the following words are added at the end of paragraph 2: 'and the African Mining Partnership (AMP)'. 6. Article 59 shall be amended as follows: ((a) in paragraph 1 (b), the words 'safe and' shall be added after the words 'to create a transport network'; ((b) in paragraph 2 (c), the word 'rail' shall be added after the words 'improved air traffic security'; (c) the following points shall be added to paragraph 2: " (d) exchange of information and improve cooperation in the field of policies and practices on transport safety and security, in particular as regards the maritime, air and land transport sectors, including the flow of intermodal of goods; (e) the harmonisation of policies, as well as of the regulatory framework in the field of transport, by enhancing political dialogue and the exchange of know-how in the regulatory and operational field with the competent authorities; (f) the development of partnerships in the field of global navigation systems by satellite, including research and technological development, and their application for sustainable development. " 7 the following Article shall be inserted: "" ARTICLE 59A Maritime transport (1) In order to promote the development of their maritime industry, the Parties shall encourage cooperation between their competent authorities, shipping operators, port administrations, relevant research institutions, transport companies maritime goods, logistics companies, universities and colleges, in areas such as: (a) the exchange of views related to the activities they carry out in international maritime organisations; (b) the development and improvement of maritime transport and market administration legislation; (c) the promotion of efficient transport services for international maritime trade through the efficient operation and management of port facilities and the fleet available to the parties; (d) the implementation of international mandatory standards and regulations on the safety of navigation and the prevention of marine pollution; (e) the promotion of vocational education and training in the maritime field, in particular the training of seafarers; (f) the exchange of personnel, scientific information and technology; (g) strengthening efforts to increase maritime security. (2) The Parties reaffirm their firm commitment to the relevant international conventions which they have ratified in the field of the transport of biological, chemical and nuclear materials that pose danger and agree to cooperate in this field at both bilateral and multilateral fora. ((3) Cooperation in this regard could be carried out in the framework of joint capacity building programmes in the field of security and environmental protection. " 8. Article 60 shall be amended as follows: ((a) in paragraph 1, point (c) is replaced by the following: " (c) promote the development of products and markets, human resources and institutional structures; '; ((b) in paragraph 1, point (c) is replaced by the following: "(e) cooperate to develop and promote local tourism;" ((c) in paragraph 2, point (c) is replaced by the following: "(e) promote cooperation at regional and continental levels." 9. Article 65 shall be amended as follows: ((a) in paragraph 1, the words 'shall be carried out in the context of a political dialogue and partnership' shall be replaced by 'shall be carried out in the context of the policy dialogue, partnership and effectiveness of the aid'; (b) the words "and, in particular, the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)" shall be added at the end of paragraph 3. 10 the following Article shall be inserted: "" ARTICLE 65A Millennium Development Goals The Parties reaffirm their commitment to meet the Millennium Development Goals in view of their term, i.e. 2015. The Parties also agree to increase their efforts to fulfil the commitments made at the Monterrey Conference on Financing for Development * 2) as well as to achieve the objectives of the Johannesburg Plan. ((WSSD* 3)). In addition, the Parties shall express their support to the African Union and its socio-economic programme and shall jointly mobilise the resources necessary for the implementation of this programme. " --------- * 2) The International Conference on Financing for Development took place in Mexico, in Monterey, in March 2002; the Monterrey consensus was adopted within it, as well as a number of commitments for the future financing of the aid for the development and eradication of poverty in the world. * 3) The World Summit on Sustainable Development. 11. Article 66 shall be amended as follows: ((a) paragraph 1 is replaced by the following: " (1) Development cooperation areas will be established in the framework of joint multi-annual programming documents which include common programming documents agreed with EU Member States in accordance with relevant cooperation instruments. of the EU. '; ((b) in paragraph 2, the words 'partners and non-governmental actors for development' shall be replaced by 'non-state actors'; (c) in paragraph 3, the word "above" shall be deleted. 12. Article 67 shall be replaced by the following: "" ARTICLE 67 Eligible beneficiaries The partners in cooperation eligible for financial and technical assistance are national, provincial and local authorities and public bodies, non-state actors, as well as regional and international organizations and institutions. " 13. Article 68 shall be amended as follows: ((a) in paragraph 1, the words 'audits and monitoring missions' shall be replaced by 'monitoring, audits and other missions'; ((b) in paragraph 2 (c), the term 'non-governmental partner' shall be replaced by 'non-state actor'; ((c) in paragraph 4, the words "may be sought" shall be replaced by "shall be sought". 14. Article 69 shall be amended as follows: ((a) in paragraph 1, the words "based on specific objectives derived from the priorities of Article 66" shall be deleted; ((b) in paragraph 2, the words 'shall be annexed to the multiannual indicative programme' shall be replaced by 'are presented in the agreements and/or contracts governing specific projects and programmes'. 15. Article 71 shall be amended as follows: ((a) in paragraph 1, the words "financial proposal" shall be replaced by "annual action plan"; ((b) in paragraph 2, the words "the financing proposal" shall be replaced by the "annual action plan". 16. Article 73 shall be amended as follows: ((a) in paragraph 1, the words 'South Africa and the ACP States' shall be replaced by 'South Africa, the ACP States, the countries and territories which are eligible in accordance with the EC rules on unconditional aid'; ((b) in paragraph 2, the words 'South Africa or the ACP States' shall be replaced by 'South Africa, the ACP States, the countries and territories which are eligible in accordance with the EC rules on unconditional aid'. 17. In Article 76, the words 'Cooperation Council' shall be replaced by 'the Council of Ministers of the EU'. 18. In Article 77, the words 'Cooperation Council' shall be replaced by 'the Council of Ministers of the EU'. 19. Article 79 shall be amended as follows: (a) in the title of the article, the word 'principal' is deleted ((b) in the text of the article, the words 'a principal authorising officer' shall be replaced by 'an authorising officer'. 20. In Article 82 (2), the first sentence shall be deleted. 21. Article 83 shall be replaced by the following: "" ARTICLE 83 Science and technology (1) The Parties will continue the scientific and technological partnerships of mutual interest, promoting cooperation on the basis of the framework programmes of the European Union, in the context of the provisions of the Agreement for cooperation in science and technology, concluded in November 1997, as well as in the context of this Agreement and other relevant instruments. The Parties will pay particular attention to the valorisation of advances in science and technology to support South Africa's sustainable growth and development, in line with the provisions of this Agreement, as well as progress made within the World Sustainable Development Programme and the strengthening of Africa's technological and scientific capabilities. The Parties will engage in constant dialogue to jointly identify priorities for science and technology cooperation. (2) Cooperation will include, inter alia: issues related to the role of science and technology in poverty reduction programmes; exchanges in science and technology policy; research and innovation partnerships to promote economic cooperation and job creation; cooperation in global research programmes and research infrastructures worldwide; support for African science and technology programmes at continental level and regional; strengthening dialogue and multilateral partnership in the field of science and technology; exploitation of synergies between multilateral and bilateral cooperation in science and technology; human capital development and global mobility of researchers; concerted cooperation with good objectives specified in specific scientific and technological thematic areas as identified by the Parties. '; 22. Article 84 shall be amended as follows: ((a) at the end of paragraph 1 shall be added "including within the framework of the United Nations and other international fora"; (b) in paragraph 3, the word "management" of "sustainable management of forest resources" shall become "management"; after the words "water quality control" the words "air quality" shall be inserted; the words " which surround the reduction of emissions of greenhouse gases. "are replaced by" the causes and impacts of climate change ". 23. Article 85 shall be replaced by the following: "" ARTICLE 85 Culture (1) General provisions, political strategy dialogue ((a) The Parties undertake to cooperate in the sphere of culture in order to promote mutual understanding and knowledge of the cultures/cultures of South Africa and the Member States of the European Union. (b) The Parties undertake to establish a dialogue in the field of cultural policy, in particular as regards the strengthening and development of a competitive sector of culture industries in South Africa and the European Union. (2) Cultural diversity and intercultural dialogue The Parties undertake to cooperate in the relevant international fora (e.g. UNESCO) to enhance the protection and promotion of cultural diversity and to foster intercultural dialogue at international level. (3) Cooperation and exchanges in the field of culture The Parties shall encourage cooperation on cultural activities, participation in cultural events and exchanges between cultural operators in South Africa and the European Union. " 24. in Article 86, the first paragraph shall be replaced by the following: " (1) The Parties shall engage in dialogue in the field of employment and social policy. It includes the following issues, not limited to them: post-apartheid society's social problems, poverty reduction, decent job insurance for all, social protection, unemployment, gender equality, violence against social security. women, children's rights, people with disabilities, older people, young people, labour relations, public health, safety at work and the population. " 25. Article 90 shall be replaced by the following: "" ARTICLE 90 Cooperation on illicit drugs (. Within the limits of the powers and prerogatives of each, the Parties shall cooperate to ensure a balanced and integrated approach to the drug problem. Policies and actions in this area aim to reduce the supply, trafficking and demand for illicit drugs, as well as prevent the diversion of drug precursors. ((. The Parties shall agree on the modalities of cooperation with a view to achieving these objectives. The actions will be based on the principles adopted at the UN General Assembly's extraordinary session in 1998 on drugs, as well as full respect for fundamental human rights. " 26. Article 91 shall be amended as follows: ((a) the title is replaced by the following: "" Protection of personal data " ((b) paragraph 1 is replaced by the following: " (1) The Parties cooperate to improve the level of protection of personal data to the highest international standards, such as, among other things, the Guidelines for the regulation in the field of computerized files of personal data, as amended at the General Assembly of the United Nations of 20 November 1990 and to facilitate the exchange of data under applicable national law, in compliance with the highest international standards, including the protection of fundamental rights. '; (c) paragraph 3 shall be deleted. 27. The following articles are inserted: "" ARTICLE 91A Weapons of mass destruction and their vectors ((1) The Parties, having regard to the importance of this issue for international stability and security, agree to cooperate and contribute to the strengthening of the multilateral disarmament and non-proliferation system and, in this context, to combat the proliferation of all types of weapons of mass destruction as well as their vectors, through full compliance and national implementation of obligations and commitments under the relevant Treaties and Agreements, as well as other international obligations in the field. (2) In addition, the Parties agree to cooperate and contribute to these objectives by: (a) the adoption of the measures necessary to sign, ratify and accede to other relevant international non-proliferation and disarmament instruments, as appropriate, and by implementing and complying with all mandatory international instruments of the point Legal view; (a) establishing and/or maintaining an effective system of national export control, controlling both the export and transit of goods related to weapons of mass destruction, including, in relation to weapons of mass destruction, a control of the final use of dual-use technologies, providing for effective sanctions, including criminal nature, in the case of violations of the export control regime. ((3) The Parties agree that paragraphs 1 and 2 of this Article constitute an essential element of this Agreement. The Parties agree to establish a constant political dialogue, which will accompany and strengthen their cooperation in this field, on the basis of the principles set out in the preamble. " " ARTICLE 91B Combating terrorism (1) The parties strongly condemn the actions, methods and practices of terrorism in all their forms and manifestations, which they consider to be criminal and unjustified, wherever and by anyone committed. (2) In addition, the Parties recognise that terrorism cannot be defeated without action on the factors leading to its spread. The Parties reaffirm their strong commitment to develop and implement wide-ranging action programmes aimed at eliminating these factors. The Parties point out that the fight against terrorism must be carried out in full respect of international law, human rights and the right of refugees and that all measures must be based on the rule of law. The Parties stress that effective measures against terrorism and the protection of human rights are not contradictory objectives, but, on the contrary, they are complementary and mutually supportive. ((3) The Parties underline the importance of the implementation of the United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy and make known their intention to act towards this objective. arrive, as soon as possible, to an agreement on the General Convention on International Terrorism. ((4) The Parties agree to cooperate in the field of prevention and suppression of acts of terrorism in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law, the relevant conventions and instruments and within the limits of their own laws, and regulations. The Parties shall in particular: ((a) in the context of the reciprocal application of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1373 (2001) and other relevant UN resolutions, as well as international conventions and instruments in force; ((b) by exchanging information on terrorist groups and their support networks, by mutual agreement and in accordance with national and international law; ((c) by exchanging views on the means and methods used in combating terrorism, including in the technical and training areas, and by exchanging experience in the prevention of terrorism. " " ARTICLE 91C Money laundering and terrorist financing (1) The Parties agree on the need to make every effort and to cooperate in order to prevent the use of their financial systems for money laundering from criminal activities in general and from crimes related to illicit drugs. and psychotropic substances, in particular. ((2) Cooperation in this field may include administrative and technical assistance activities with a view to the implementation of regulations in the field and to the effective functioning and international standards of rules and mechanisms for combating money laundering and terrorist financing, in particular in accordance with the recommendations of the Financial Action Group (FATF). " " ARTICLE 91D Combating organised crime The Parties agree to cooperate in combating organised and financial crime, including corruption. Such cooperation shall in particular concern the implementation and promotion of relevant international standards and instruments, such as the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and Additional Protocols, and The UN Convention against Corruption. " "" ARTICLE 91E Light weapons and small arms The Parties acknowledge that the manufacture, storage, possession and illicit trade in small arms and light weapons as well as their excess accumulation and uncontrolled spread continue to represent a major cause of instability and a threat to the threat. safety, security and sustainable development. The Parties therefore agree to support and further develop close cooperation to prevent, combat and eradicate the illicit trade in small arms and light weapons in all its forms, as stated in the The UN action programme, and address the problem of accumulation in excess of small arms and light weapons. The Parties agree to strictly observe and fully implement their obligations under international law and conventions in the field, as well as their commitments under the relevant multilateral instruments. " "" ARTICLE 91F Mercenaries The Parties undertake to establish a constant political dialogue and to cooperate in the prevention of mercenary activities, under their obligations under international conventions and instruments, and in accordance with their laws. and the rules for the implementation of those obligations. " " ARTICLE 91G International Criminal Court The parties, determined to end impunity and promote international peace and security, as well as lasting respect for the application of the international justice act, reaffirm their support to the International Criminal Court and the the activity that it carries out. The Parties further agree to cooperate in promoting the universality and integrity of the Rome Statute and related instruments and agree to strengthen cooperation with the ICC and its work. " "" ARTICLE 91H Cooperation on migration ((1) Migration will be the subject of an in-depth political dialogue, reflecting the importance of the Parties to this issue. The Parties reaffirm their commitment to existing obligations under international law on migration issues in order to ensure respect for human rights and to eliminate any forms of discrimination based, in Special, on origin, sex, race, language and religion. (2) In order to strengthen cooperation between the Parties, the dialogue will include a varied theme, including: (a) the right treatment of foreign nationals legally residing in their territories, the integration policy that seeks to grant rights and obligations comparable to those of their own citizens, the strengthening of non-discrimination in the fields of social, economic and cultural and enhancing measures to protect against racism, xenophobia, intolerance and violence related to them; (b) the treatment granted by the EU Member States to South African citizens legally working in their territories, in terms of working conditions, pay and dismissal, which should be equivalent to that given to their own citizens. Similarly, South Africa will provide non-discriminatory, comparable treatment to EU nationals legally working on its territory; (c) issues of mutual interest regarding visas, including the simplification of entry procedures for South African nationals visiting the EU, as well as for nationals of EU Member States visiting South Africa; (d) security of travel documents and identity issues; (e) links between migration and development, including: -strategies aimed at reducing poverty, improving living and working conditions, creating jobs and developing the necessary skills; -facilitating the participation of migrants in the development of their countries; -cooperation to strengthen capacities, especially in the education and health sectors, to counter the negative impact of the "brain drain" on sustainable development in South Africa; and -ways to facilitate transfers of funds legally, quickly and efficiently in terms of costs; (f) the development and implementation of national law and practices on international protection to fulfil the provisions of the UN Convention on the Status of Refugees and its Protocol of 1967 and to ensure compliance with non-refoulement (g) the development of a preventive and effective policy on illegal immigration, trafficking in migrants and human beings, including the means of combating trafficking networks of migrants and human beings, and the protection of victims of this type traffic; (h) relevant issues related to border control, including strengthening institutional capacity, training, exchange of best practices and technical assistance; ((i) any issues relating to return and readmission, including the need for returns to be carried out in humane and dignified conditions and with full respect for human rights, as well as the promotion of voluntary return. ((3) (a) In the framework of cooperation to prevent and reduce illegal immigration, the Parties agree to take back their own illegal migrants. For this purpose: -each EU Member State shall accept the return and readmission of any of its nationals, present illegally on the territory of South Africa, at the latter's request and without further formalities; -South Africa accepts the return and readmission of any of its nationals, present illegally in the territory of an EU Member State, at the latter's request and without further formalities. In this regard, the EU and South Africa Member States will issue their own nationals with the corresponding identity documents. Where there is doubt as to the identity or nationality of a person, the parties agree to identify their alleged nationals. (b) At the request of the parties, negotiations will be initiated for the conclusion, in good faith and in accordance with the rules on international law, of a bilateral agreement providing for specific obligations regarding readmission and return their own nationals. This agreement could also contain, if deemed necessary by the parties, provisions on the readmission of third-country nationals and stateless persons. This Agreement will provide for detailed information on the categories of persons for whom those provisions will apply, as well as the arrangements for their readmission and return. ' 28. Article 94 shall be replaced by the following: "" ARTICLE 94 Grants The financial assistance provided in the form of grants will come from the financial resources available under the Community budget lines, for the development and international cooperation activities falling within the scope of the these budget lines. The procedure for submission and approval of applications, for implementation and for monitoring/evaluation shall be in accordance with the general conditions relating to the budget line concerned. ' 29. in Annex IV to Protocol 1, the versions in the South African languages shall be amended as follows: The text " Die uitvoerder van die produkte gedek deur hierdie dokument (doeanemagtiging No. .. (1)) verklaar dat, uitgesonderd waar andersins duidelik aangedui, hierdie produkte van ... voorkeuroorsprong (2) is "is replaced by" Die uitvoerder van die produkte gedek deur hierdie dokument (doeanemagtigingsno .... * 1)) verklaar dat, behalwe waar duidelik anders aangedui word, hierdie produkte van ... voorkeuroorsprong * 2) is ". + Article 2 This Agreement is drawn up, in duplicate, in the languages: Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Italian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Maltese, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian, Slovak, Spanish and Swedish and in the official languages of South Africa, other than English, respectively Sepedi, Sesotho, Settle, siSwati, Tshivenda, Xitsonga, Afrikaans, isiNdebele, isiXhosa and isiZulu, each of these texts being equally authentic. + Article 3 ((. This Agreement shall be approved by the Community, the Member States and the Republic of South Africa, in accordance with their own procedures. ((. The Parties shall notify each other of the corresponding procedures referred to in paragraph 1 ((1). The approval instruments shall be submitted to the General Secretariat of the Council of the European Union. + Article 4 This Agreement shall enter into force on the first day of the month following that in which the Parties notify each other of the completion of the necessary procedures. Concluded at Kleinmond, South Africa, on 11 September 2009. The Kingdom of Belgium, The Republic of Bulgaria, For the Czech Republic, The Kingdom of Denmark, For Federal Republic of Germany, For the Estonian Republic, For Ireland, The Hellenic Republic, The Kingdom of Spain, For the French Republic, For the Italian Republic, The Republic of Cyprus, For the Latvian Republic, The Republic of Lithuania, For the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, For the Republic of Hungary, For Malta, For the Kingdom of the Netherlands, The Republic of Austria, For the Republic of Poland, For the Portuguese Republic, For Romania, For the Republic of Slovenia For the Slovak Republic, The Republic of Finland, The Kingdom of Sweden, For the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, The European Community For the Republic of South Africa ------