Article 2 Implementation of this Decision and entry into force of the Agreement

The Union shall take all necessary measures to ensure the full implementation of this Decision. The Member States of the Union and the members of the African, Caribbean and Pacific Group of States are invited to take the measures they deem appropriate in order to implement this Decision.

The Parties shall endeavour to complete all the necessary procedures to ensure the full entry into force of the Agreement within two years from the date of its signature.