11. The representative of the United States said that, in view of the importance of the obligations under Article 70.8 and 70.9, his delegation had communicated bilaterally questions regarding these obligations to several Members, in accordance with the suggestion of the Chair at the previous meeting. Although no replies had been received as yet, he hoped that replies would be provided in a timely manner and help clarify the situation regarding Article 70.8 and 70.9 in the Members to whom the questions had been addressed.
