Governing Council

In accordance with its Statute, the Institute has a Governing Council consisting of a representative designated by the Government of Japan and eight representatives nominated by other members and associate members of ESCAP elected by the Commission. In addition to the host country, Japan, the Commission elected the following countries as members of the Governing Council for the period 2010-2015: Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Republic of Korea and Thailand. As provided in the SIAP Statute, the Governing Council reviews the administration and financial status of the Institute and implementation of programme of work. Upcoming session The Seventh session of the Governing Council will be held in Chiba, Japan, 8 - 9 December 2011