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This Order amends the EUTELSAT (Immunities and Privileges) Order 1988 by exempting EUTELSAT from all customs duties within the scope of its official activities. The amendment is required to give effect to Amendments to the Convention and the Operating Agreement relating to the European Telecommunications Satellite Organization (EUTELSAT) (Cm. 4572) which extend EUTELSAT’s exemption from customs duties. The Order will come into operation on the date on which the Amendments enter into force in respect of the United Kingdom.