76. The GRPE ambassador to the IWG on IWVTA and DETA introduced GRPE-89-14 updating GRPE on an updated proposal about the implementation of the Unique Identifier (UI) in UN Regulations pertinent to GRPE. He regretted the limited involvement of the EC in this activity.

77. The representative of the Netherlands confirmed they would like to keep the E-marking, but would consider to have both E-marking and UI where possible. The representative of France provided two remarks on the potential implementation of UI; (a) UI could be added at a later stage if needed and (b) any next text added to prevent the use of the UI should not create the need for a new series of amendment, and should avoid questioning existing approvals.

78. The ambassador confirmed UI has not yet been used, as some (still non-existing) features in DETA would be needed to deploy the UI.

79. The representatives of South Africa and Spain showed concerns with the UI and did not support its deployment in UN Regulations under GRPE purview.

80. GRPE endorsed GRPE-89-14 and requested the ambassador to communicate that position to the IWG on DETA.

81. The representative of CITA thanked the ambassador and the contracting parties for agreeing on the proposed way forward. He reminded UI was created for GRE, and now it is considered only for three UN Regulations. He further clarified the schedule 5 does not offer an option for both E-marking and UI. He concluded by stating a strong support to the proposal from the ambassador.

82. The Chair concluded by also regretting the lack of funding for the development and hosting of DETA.