Terms of Use
Last updated: 25 November 2025
Welcome to the official website of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS). By accessing or using www.oacps.org, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. Please read them carefully.
If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.
1. Purpose of the Website
The OACPS website provides information, news, publications, and updates relating to the activities, programmes, and initiatives of the Organisation. Its purpose is to support public information, transparency, and cooperation among Member States, partners, and stakeholders.
2. Definitions
- “Website” refers to www.oacps.org and all associated pages.
- “User” refers to any person accessing or using the Website.
- “Content” refers to all information, documents, media, graphics, data, and materials published on the Website.
- “OACPS” refers to the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States.
3. Acceptance of Terms
By using this Website, you confirm that you:
- Are at least 18 years old or have legal capacity
- Agree to comply with these Terms of Use
- Agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy
4. Use of the Website
You may use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:
- Interfere with or damage the Website or its security
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to systems or data
- Upload or transmit viruses, malicious code, or harmful material
- Use automated tools (scrapers, bots, crawlers) without written consent
- Reproduce, duplicate, or commercially exploit any content without permission
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any organisation
OACPS reserves the right to restrict or block access for users who violate these Terms.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
Unless otherwise stated:
- All content on this Website is the exclusive property of the OACPS.
- Content is protected by copyright, trademark, and international intellectual property laws.
- Users may view, download, or print content for personal, informational, or educational use, provided the material is not modified and proper attribution is maintained.
You may NOT:
- Reproduce, redistribute, or republish content for commercial use
- Remove or alter copyright notices
- Use OACPS logos, emblems, or branding without written permission
Requests for permission should be directed to: registry@acp.int
6. External Links
The Website may contain links to external sites that are not controlled or maintained by OACPS.
OACPS is NOT responsible for:
- The accuracy, privacy practices, or content of third-party websites
- Any damages or losses arising from accessing external links
Links are provided solely for user convenience and do not imply endorsement.
7. Accuracy and Availability of Information
OACPS strives to ensure that information posted on the Website is accurate and up to date.
However:
- All content is provided “as is” and “as available.”
- No guarantee is made regarding accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness.
- OACPS may update, modify, or remove content without notice.
Website access may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance or technical issues.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
To the maximum extent permitted under EU and international law, OACPS:
- Disclaims all warranties, express or implied
- Provides no guarantee of continuous, error-free, or secure website operation
- Does not warrant that content is free of viruses or harmful components
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, OACPS shall NOT be liable for:
- Direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Loss of data, profits, reputation, or business opportunities
- Damages arising from website use, inability to use the site, or reliance on content
- Any actions of third-party service providers
This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory under which liability is asserted.
10. User-Generated Content and Submissions
If users submit forms, comments, publications, or materials:
- Users retain ownership of their content
- They grant OACPS a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, store, and process the content for operational purposes
- Submissions must not violate third-party rights, contain illegal content, or include harmful code
OACPS reserves the right to remove any content that violates these terms.
11. Data Protection and Privacy
Use of the Website is governed by the OACPS Privacy Policy which complies with:
- The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Applicable international data protection standards
Users may refer to the Privacy Policy for details on:
- The type of personal data collected
- How data is processed
- User rights under GDPR
12. Cookies
The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyse Website performance.
Full details are provided in the separate Cookie Policy.
13. International Use
Given the global nature of the OACPS, the Website may be accessed from jurisdictions with different legal requirements.
Users are responsible for ensuring that accessing the Website does not violate local laws.
14. Modification of Terms
OACPS reserves the right to:
- Update these Terms of Use at any time
- Revise Website content and functionalities
- Publish new legal notices
Changes take effect upon posting on this page. Users are encouraged to review the Terms regularly.
15. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by:
- Applicable laws of Belgium
- General principles of international institutional law
Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of competent courts in Brussels, unless immunity or privileges of OACPS apply.
16. Contact Information
For questions, requests, or clarifications concerning these Terms:
Email: registry@acp.int
Data Protection inquiries: ict@acp.int
Address:
OACPS Secretariat
Avenue des Communautés 110,
1200 Woluwe-Saint-Lambert (Woluwe Heights),
Brussels,
Belgium
