254. The representative of Brazil thanked the Chairman for his commitment to continue holding consultations to solve this matter. However, he wished that, in his next report to the TRIPS Council, the Chairman could be more specific regarding the position of specific Members, so that a clear view could be had of the degree of opposition and support for the ad hoc solution, as well as the reasons behind those positions. This was important to ensure transparency. The Chairman had the authority to provide an in-depth report on the situation, and this would be enough from the standpoint of his delegation. The report should contain specifics on Members' positions in a fair, balanced and transparent manner in order to have a substantive discussion during the next meeting of the TRIPS Council.
