 
  WORLD TRADE  
ORGANIZATION  WT/DS315/4 
11 October 2004 
 
 (04-4245) 
 Original:   English 
  
 
EUROPEAN COMMUNITIES – SELECTED CUSTOMS MATTERS 
 
Request to Join Consultations
 
 
Communication from Brazil 
 
 
 The following communication, dated 6 Octobe r 2004, from the delegation of Brazil to the 
delegation of the European Communities, the delega tion of the United States and to the Chairperson 
of the Dispute Settlement Body, is circulated  in accordance with Article 4.11 of the DSU. 
 
 
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  With reference to the request by the United St ates for consultations with the EC concerning 
European Communities – Selected Customs Matters  (WT/DS315/1, G/L/694, circulated on 
27 September 2004), I hereby wish to convey the requ est of the Government of Brazil, pursuant to 
Article 4.11 of the DSU, to join in these consultations.   Brazil has both a substantial trade interest and a systemic interest in the issues under 
consultation.  The European Communities is Brazil's major trading partner and the proper 
interpretation of WTO disciplines as related to the ad ministration by the EC of its customs legislation 
is of utmost importance for Brazil.   Brazil would appreciate being informed of  the date and venue of consultations. 
 
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