173. The Chair of AC.3 recalled discussions on this topic under agenda item 3.6.3.

174. The representative of Italy, Chair of GRSG, clarified that the activities of the IWG on EDR were involving contracting parties of both 1958 and 1998 Agreements. He confirmed that the latest activities were being dedicated to EDR for heavy duty vehicles. He anticipated that a future step could be a UN GTR on EDR.

175. AC.3 noted the update from Italy and urged contracting parties to participate in the activities to conclude them.