Transitional arrangements
Article 46
1. The Parties recognise the need for transitional arrangements to ensure the smooth implementation of the provisions of this Chapter. 2. In view of the need to enhance their capacity in the area of customs and trade facilitation and without prejudice to their WTO commitments, SADC EPA States shall benefit from a transitional period of five years to meet those requirements referred to in Articles 39, 40, 41 and 42 of this Chapter where the need for capacity building exists at the time of entry into force of this Agreement. 3. The Joint Council may accord a two-year extension of this transitional period in case attainment of the necessary capacity has not yet been achieved.