Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/306 |
S-III§37 |
Hong Kong, China |
2014 |
Measures |
Import licences |
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(…) Imports of ozone-depleting substances under the Montreal Protocol are subject to licensing requirements (section 3.2.6.2).
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/306 |
S-III§44 |
Hong Kong, China |
2014 |
Measures |
Import licences |
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Imports licences for ozone-depleting substances under the Montreal Protocol are issued by the Trade and Industry Department on individual consignments. (…)
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/306 |
S-Table-III.4 |
Hong Kong, China |
2014 |
Measures |
Import licences |
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Table 3.4 Import licensing schemes, 2013
Goods: Ozone-depleting substances
Licensing authority: Trade and Industry Department
Rationale: International obligation under the Montreal Protocol
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/306 |
S-Table-A3.3 |
Hong Kong, China |
2014 |
Measures |
Technical regulation or specifications |
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Table A3. 3 Regime of standards and technical requirements, 2013
Ordinance/Regulation: Ozone Layer Protection (Products Containing Scheduled Substances) (Import Banning) Regulation (Chapter 403C)
Summary of the legislation: To prohibit the import of products containing ozone-depleting substances listed in the Schedule to the Ordinance from all countries.
Changes since 1 January 2010: Nil
Ordinance/Regulation: Ozone Layer Protection Ordinance (Chapter 403)
Summary of the legislation: To comply with the requirements of the Montreal Protocol on substances that deplete the ozone layer.
Changes since 1 January 2010: Nil
Ordinance/Regulation: Ozone Layer Protection (Controlled Refrigerants) Regulation (Chapter 403B)
Summary of the legislation: To prohibit any intended release of controlled refrigerants from motor vehicle air-conditioners or refrigeration equipment containing more than 50 kg of refrigerant to charge into the atmosphere, and to conserve the controlled refrigerants through the use of approved recycling and recovery equipment.
Changes since 1 January 2010: Nil
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/306 |
S-III§44 |
Hong Kong, China |
2014 |
Measures |
Import quotas |
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(…) Import quotas are applied to hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs); the quota is determined annually according to the requirements of the Montreal Protocol. Part of the quota (normal quotas) is allocated to registered importers based on their performance in the past year; the remainder (free quotas) is allocated on a first-come first-served basis. A common ceiling amount of quota is assigned to each importer applying for free quota; the ceiling is subject to change and review in accordance with the market situation. Following the phase-out schedule in the Montreal Protocol, all imports of HCFCs will be banned in January 2020.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/306 |
S-Table-A3.3 |
Hong Kong, China |
2014 |
Measures |
Technical regulation or specifications |
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Table A3. 3 Regime of standards and technical requirements, 2013
Ordinance/Regulation: Noise Control (Air Compressors) Regulations (Cap 400C)
Summary of the legislation: To stipulate noise emission standards for certain portable air compressors.
Changes since 1 January 2010: Nil
Ordinance/Regulation: Noise Control (Hand Held Percussive Breakers) Regulations (Cap 400D)
Summary of the legislation: To stipulate prescribed noise emission standards for certain hand-held percussive breakers to comply with.
Changes since 1 January 2010: Nil
Ordinance/Regulation: Noise Control (Motor Vehicles) Regulation (Cap 400I)
Summary of the legislation: To stipulate noise emission standards, as prescribed in the Schedule, for motor vehicles including motorcycles to comply with in first registration.
Changes since 1 January 2010: Nil
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/306 |
S-Table-II.2 |
Hong Kong, China |
2014 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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Table 2.2 Services sectors or subsectors covered under CEPA (Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement with Mainland China), January 2014
13. Environmental
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Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/294 |
G-II§2 |
Bahrain, Kingdom of |
2014 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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The launching of Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030 in 2008, and the new constitutional amendments in 2012 have positively impacted the national business environment towards more competitiveness, sustainable development, skilled employment, economic growth, and social fairness.
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Secretariat TPR |
WT/TPR/S/294/REV.1 |
S-II§13 |
Bahrain, Kingdom of |
2014 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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As part of its Economic Vision 2030, Bahrain is striving for sustainable development through economic diversification away from oil. In order to achieve this long-term vision, in 2008, a National Economic Strategy was developed by the EDB and coordinated with relevant ministries. The main aim of the strategy is to transform Bahrain into a knowledge-based economy that is competitive and sustainable. The main focus is on existing high-potential, labour-intensive sectors where both the private sector and the Government can play crucial complementary roles.
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Government TPR |
WT/TPR/G/294 |
G-III§69 |
Bahrain, Kingdom of |
2014 |
Trade Policy Framework |
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Manama held the status of ‘Capital of Arab Culture’ in 2012 as part of UNESCO’s cultural capital campaign and was named ‘Capital of Arab Tourism’ in 2013 by the Arab Tourism Organization. In celebration of Bahrain’s 2012 ‘Capital of Arab Culture’ debut, the Ministry of Culture planned a year-long program of performances, seminars, and other events showcasing Arab culture. Each month provided a new focus area ranging from visual arts to poetry, and even the environment.
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