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Paragraph 3 of this annex recognizes that certain geographic groups (such, for instance, as the Middle East and Northern European countries) may be adquately represented by common representatives on the Board. The last paragraph of this annex provides for staggering the terms of the members elected at the first election so as to prevent complete changes of the board at subsequent elections, to which the normal three year term of appointment shall apply. Annex M This annex recognizes the special economic difficulties which arise for India and Pakistan, following the partition of British India into two independent States. Accordingly, it is provided that the provisions of the Charter shall not prevent the two countries from entering into special agreements with respect to trade between them pending the necessary steps being taken by each of their Governments to establish normal trade relations on a defined basis. Annex N This annex relates to amendments to procedures for reference to the International Court of Justice laid down under Article 96 (see notes on Article 96). The special condition of approval of an amendment by a simple majority would not extend to an amendment which would provide for a review of any economic or financial fact established by or through the Organization, thus retaining the standing of the Organization in this field. Provision is made for the withdrawal of any Member who does not accept such an amendment if the amendment is deemed to involve an alteration in the obligations of Members. Annex 0 In order to enable as many Members as possible to participate in the work of the first session of the Conference this annex enables any Government depositing its instrument of acceptance prior to the first day of the session to participate in its work, without having to wait the normal period of sixty days for its acceptance to become effective. Annex P This annex contains interpretative notes relating to certain Articles in the Charter. As provided in Article 105, such notes, similarly to other annexes of the Charter, form an integral part thereof.