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Trade relations

50. ASEP 10 reaffirms the central importance of international rules-based open, free, transparent and non-

discriminatory trade, through a multilateral system and realisation on sustainable develop agenda and

ensuring that multilaterally agreed rules are uniformly applied; in this context the WTO role is key,

functioning as a negotiating forum for its members and providing a platform for open discussion on

global trade related issues; joint commitment of WTO members is needed in the current global context

to preserve the efficiency and the central role of the WTO, if needed, through appropriate reforms.

ASEP 10 also notes this is consistent with the aim of multilateral trading system integrated and mutually

supportive with the realisation of the sustainable development agenda to the maximum extent.

51. ASEP 10 calls for appropriate implementation of core ILO labour standards, sustainable environmental

impact, fiscal fairness, the fight against corruption and transparent and equitable dispute settlement

mechanisms; countries should also refrain from introducing tradedistorting or protectionist measures -

tariff and non-tariff barriers - and should strive towards the elimination where such measures are in

place, this being a necessary precondition for a further strengthening of trade and investment ties

between all ASEM members. Final Clauses.

52. ASEP 10 charges the Chairs of the Meeting to report its deliberation to the ASEM leaders during the

ASEM 12 Summit of Heads of State and Governments meeting in Brussels on 18-19 October 2018.

53. ASEP 10 expresses its gratitude to the European Parliament the efficient organisation and the

hospitality provided in organising the meeting.

54. ASEP 10 agrees that ASEP 11 Meeting will be held in Asia, and looks forward to the 2020 gathering.

Brussels, 28 September 2018.

A DIVISÃO DE REDAÇÃO.