Open-ended Working Group (OEWG) on Implementation

Open ended working group (OEWG) - Implementation

Over the period of implementation of the Implementation Review and Support system (IRSS) (2011-2014) and, through other IPPC activities, it has been repeatedly noted that CPs face continuing implementation challenges in achieving IPPC objectives. At CPM-8, New Zealand presented a proposal for focusing more on broadening work on implementation of the IPPC and ISPMs and establishing a CPM-directed implementation programme.

Since CPM-8 (2013) discussions have been held in the Bureau and SPG meetings to consider this new focus of work. The CPM-9 agreed to strengthen the focus on implementation, recognizing that this will require strong commitment from each CPM member and the Secretariat, as well as additional financial resources.

Based on CP feedback a terms of reference (ToR) for an Open Ended Working Group (OEWG) on Implementation has been prepared. The objective is to establish the required mechanisms to focus on implementation, and ensure the work of the Secretariat staff and CPM bodies are able to be coordinated and work together to deliver a coherent programme of work.

The OEWG is also tasked to develop and define the scope of a pilot work plan to implement ISPM 6:1997(Guidelines for surveillance) (2009-004) and to submit a strategic work plan to CPM-10 (2015) for approval.

The outcome of the OEWG will be shared with the SPG, subsidiary bodies and the CDC as necessary, and a report back to CPM-10 (2015) will be made.

Type: Other Working Group

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