Understanding the Meeting of the Parties to the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products

Overview

This document is based on provisions of the Rules of Procedure of the Meeting of the Parties (MOP) to the Protocol to Eliminate Illicit Trade in Tobacco Products. It has been developed mainly for new delegates to the MOP who may represent Parties or may be attending as observers. It is intended to help delegates understand how the MOP operates, as well as its practices and procedures.

This document does not address the substance of discussions at the MOP. Instead, it provides practical information to facilitate coordination among delegations, the Secretariat of the WHO FCTC and any other Party or observer during the MOP.