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International Trade Administration Act, 2002 (Act No. 71 of 2002)

Chapter 3 : International Trade Administration Commission

Part A – Establishment and constitution

7. Establishment and independence of Commission

 

(1) The International Trade Administration Commission is hereby established, and—
(a) has jurisdiction throughout the Republic;
(b) is a juristic person; and
(c) must exercise its functions in accordance with this Act and any other relevant law.

 

(2) The Commission
(a) is independent and subject only to—
(i) the Constitution and the law;
(ii) any Trade Policy Statement or Directive issued by the Minister in terms of section 5; and
(iii) any notice issued by the Minister in terms of section 6; and
(b) must be impartial and must perform its functions without fear, favour or prejudice.

 

(3) Each organ of state must assist the Commission to maintain its independence and impartiality, and to exercise its authority and carry out its functions effectively.

 

[Date of commencement of section 7: 21 February 2003]