Common use of Qualifications of Panelists Clause in Contracts

Qualifications of Panelists. 1. Each panelist shall: (a) have expertise or experience in law, international trade, other matters covered by this Agreement, or in the settlement of disputes arising under international trade agreements; (b) be chosen strictly on the basis of objectivity, reliability, and sound judgment; (c) be independent of and not be affiliated with or take instructions from, either Party; (d) not be a national of either Party, nor have his or her usual place of residence in the territory of either Party, nor be employed by either of them; and (e) comply with a Code of Conduct that the Commission shall approve at its first session following the entry into force of this Agreement. 2. Individuals who have been involved in any of the possible alternative dispute settlement proceedings referred to in Article 2105 may not serve as panelists in the same dispute.

Qualifications of Panelists. 1. Each panelist shall: (a) have expertise or experience in law, international trade, other matters covered by this Agreement, or in the settlement of disputes arising under international trade agreements; (b) be chosen strictly on the basis of objectivity, reliability, and sound judgment; (c) be independent of and not be affiliated with or take instructions from, either Party; (d) not be a national of either Party, nor have his or her usual place of residence in the territory of either Partyof the Parties, nor be employed by either of them; and (e) comply with a Code of Conduct that the Commission shall approve establish at its first session following the entry into force of this Agreement. 2. Individuals who have been involved in any of the possible alternative dispute settlement proceedings referred to in Article 2105 may not serve as panelists in the same dispute.