The elimination of the customs duties for the goods classified in the tariff lines listed in Section I of the Annex shall be subject to the following conditions:

1. (a)

   the reduction of customs duties by the United States on an erga omnes basis for the goods classified in the tariff lines listed in Section II of the Annex; and

2. (b)

   the abstention by the United States from the introduction of new measures against the Union that undermine the objectives pursued by the Joint Statement.