This Resolution is composed of 16 articles. Terms and definitions are given in articles 1 and 2. Introduction or taking out of animal consignments without previous veterinary certificates issued by the Official Authority of the country of origin shall be prohibited (art. 3). All animal consignments shall be subjected to the control and inspection in accordance with veterinary measures (art. 4). Introduction or taking out of animal consignments should be carried out only through official crossing