The IC is a Subsidiary Body of the CPM which develops, monitors and oversees an integrated programme to support the implementation of the IPPC and strengthen the phytosanitary capacity of contracting parties.
Many of the activities of the committee were previously carried out by the Capacity Development Committee (CDC) which had now been dissolved.
The IC has 12 members (7 regional representatives and 5 experts). In addition, the Technical Consultation (TC) among RPPOs and the Standards Committee each appoints a representative to the IC through their own process. Members with relevant skills and experience in implementation of phytosanitary-related instruments and/or capacity development are selected by the Bureau, taking account of the balance of skills and experience required, and geographical representation, ensuring that there is at least one member from each Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations region and representation from developing countries.
Under the guidance of the CPM, the IC provides technical oversight of activities to enhance the capacities of contracting parties to implement the IPPC and meet the strategic objectives agreed by CPM. The IC:
Identifies and reviews the baseline capacity and capability required by contracting parties to implement the IPPC.
Analyses issues constraining the effective implementation of the IPPC and develops innovative ways to address impediments
Develops and facilitates delivery of an implementation support programme to enable contracting parties to meet and surpass the baseline capacity and capability
Monitors and evaluates the efficacy and impact of implementation activities and reports on progress which indicates the State of Plant Protection in the World
Oversees dispute avoidance and settlement processes
Oversees national reporting obligation processes
Works with the Secretariat, potential donors and the CPM to secure sustainable funding for its activities.
