The President then reminded the parties of the Tribunal's announcement, made at its first session with theparties, concerning the filing schedule in the event the merits of the proceeding are reached, if the objections on jurisdiction are not sustained. The Tribunal had announced at the first session that, in such an event, the Claimant shall file its memorial on the merits not more than 30 days after the decision on jurisdiction is issued, and the Respondent shall have a like period after the filing of the Claimant's memorial on the merits, to file its counter-memorial on the merits. Mr. Schwartz stated that the Arab Republic of Egypt was concerned about its ability to react to the Claimant's memorial under this schedule and wished to reserve its position regarding the schedule. After hearing the Claimant,the President noted that the Tribunal would consider the possibility of extending the time periods under the above-mentioned filing schedule, if necessary.
