The Sub-group Chair reported on the result of the 5th Sub-group meeting as follows. (IWVTA-SGR0-06-01)

The Sub-group agreed that Explanatory Note (EN) is a note to explain UNR0 and reflects what SGR0 has agreed, and that important points which need further discussion would be added in the EN once the Sub-group reaches conclusions.

The Sub-group agreed to consider the following discussion papers at the next Sub-group meeting.
(1) discussion paper “Rights and obligations of Contracting Parties applying UN R0” to be prepared based on the input by EC, UK, Korea, Japan and OICA
(2) discussion paper “Handling of If-fitted requirements” to be prepared by Japan and OICA
(3) discussion paper “Clarification of IWVTA Step 1” to be prepared by Japan
(4) discussion paper “Q&A document to explain flexible IWVTA scheme” to be prepared by Germany
(5) “Updated version of the EN” to be prepared by the Russian Federation

Japan proposed the concrete image of IWVTA “Step 1” (a set of UN type approvals required for IWVTA + checkup of a complete vehicle to confirm its equipment with certified systems and parts + COP). It was noted that IWVTA scheme in each step should be upgraded to the next step without completely changing the scheme. Japan would resubmit the document “Clarification regarding transitional process for IWVTA” to the 6th Sub-group meeting for further consideration.