OECD opens accession discussion for candidate countries

On January 25, 2022, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) decided to open a discussion to evaluate the membership of Argentina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Croatia, Peru, and Romania in the organization. The initiative highlights the progress made by the six countries since their first respective requests for OECD membership.

Before the start of the assessment, countries must confirm the adherence of OECD's values and guidelines governed by the 60^th Anniversary Vision Statement and the Ministerial Council Statement, which all members adopt by consensus. The Secretary-General has sent letters addressed to the heads of state of those candidate countries for this purpose.

The evaluation process includes more than 20 technical committees that will examine the candidates' legislation, policy, and practices. OECD will support the countries' advancement elaborating individual roadmaps according to the reality of each nation for the best alignment with the organization's framework.

In Latin America, the OECD plays a crucial role in developing each country's chemical regulations. Chile and Colombia (recently joined the OECD) are the only countries in the region that have adopted a comprehensive chemical regulation. Mexico and Costa Rica (also OECD members) are still developing such guidelines. Argentina, Brazil, and Peru are seeking adhesion and have already started elaborating on national chemical instruments to leverage the chances of acceptance.

Check below the condition for each country.