1. Key takeaways
Discretionary extension of time periods is interpreted
narrowly (Rule 9.3(a) RoP)
The court will only grant extensions for procedural deadlines
with caution, prioritizing efficient proceedings and avoiding undue
delay.
Vacation-related absences may justify short extensions,
but only if sufficiently substantiated (Rule 9.3(a)
RoP)
General references to staff absences or international
coordination are insufficient; only specific, substantiated
difficulties may warrant a limited extension.
Commenting on a penalty request is distinct from
remedying underlying deficiencies (Rule 9.3(a) RoP)
The period for responding to a penalty payment request is not
intended to provide extra time to cure substantive
non-compliance.
