Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
The first process involves a special group. Indeed, once the measure has been officially adopted, a special group or panel will be established. Six to nine months will pass before an initial decision is made. The parties to the dispute will then be able to appeal the decision before the Appellate Body.
The rendering of a decision might take between six to nine months. This is a final decision. Then comes an implementation period. Depending upon the result, countries may ask for up to one or two years to implement the Appellate Body's recommendations.