Council Of Ministers
The Council of Ministers is composed of the Ministers responsible for trade and officials designated by the Member states. The Council reports to the Assembly through the Executive Council. The Council of Ministers meets twice a year in ordinary sessions and may meet as and when necessary, in extraordinary sessions.
harmonises policies and strategies while enforcing the effective implementation of the Agreement;
considers reports and activities of the Secretariat and take appropriate actions;āÆ
issues directives and make recommendations in line with the provisions of the Agreement;āÆ
makes recommendations to the Assembly for the adoption, the staff and financial regulations of the Secretariat; in addition to providing authoritative interpretation of the AgreementāÆ
13th COM
Durban, South Africa
The 13th COM
12th COM
United Republic of Tanzania
The 12th COM
11th COM
Botswana
11th COM in Botswana
10th COM
Accra - Ghana
10th COM in Ghana
9th COM
Accra, - Ghana
9th COM in Ghana
8th COM
Accra, - Ghana
9th COM in Ghana