4 Request
4.1 The requesting Member shall provide the requested Member with a written request, through paper or electronic means in a mutually agreed official language of the WTO or other mutually agreed language, including:
(a) the matter at issue including, where appropriate and available, the number identifying the export declaration corresponding to the import declaration in question;
(b) the purpose for which the requesting Member is seeking the information or documents, along with the names and contact details of the persons to whom the request relates, if known;
(c) where required by the requested Member, confirmation*(15) of the verification where appropriate;
(d) the specific information or documents requested;
(e) the identity of the originating office making the request;
(f) reference to provisions of the requesting Member's domestic law and legal system that govern the collection, protection, use, disclosure, retention, and disposal of confidential information and personal data.
4.2 If the requesting Member is not in a position to comply with any of the subparagraphs of paragraph 4.1, it shall specify this in the request.
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