AGREEMENT AUTHORITY. (a) The carrier members shall have authority to discuss and exchange information relating to a broad range of factors and sector specific topics, which includes matters that are within the Purpose of the Council (as specified in Article 2), environmental controls, governmental regulations, technological developments, fuel and energy requirements, monetary and fiscal policies, government-controlled fleets, and governmental programs which affect maritime activities. This Agreement, as well as any subjects or actions that may require separate or supplemental agreement(s), shall be non-binding, voluntary agreements (except with respect to administrative matters). All discussions, information exchanges and other activities conducted under this Agreement shall be subject to and in accordance with all applicable laws of any country having jurisdiction over the applicable trade(s). (b) The Council and carrier members may also consult as appropriate with Governments, inter- Governmental bodies and other groups or organizations, including groups or organizations with shipper members, with respect to the subjects covered by this Agreement. (c) In conducting any activity under this Agreement with respect to each trade covered hereby, the Council and each carrier member shall abide by all legal requirements imposed by each country having jurisdiction over the trade.
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Samples: u.s. Supplemental Agreement, u.s. Supplemental Agreement, u.s. Supplemental Agreement
