Common use of Functions and Powers Clause in Contracts

Functions and Powers. 1. The primary responsibility of the Conference shall be to determine the policy of the Community. 2. The Conference may establish, and designate as such, institutions of the Community in addition to those specified in paragraphs (a) to (g) of Article 10 of this Treaty, as it deems fit for the achievement of the objectives of the Community. 3. The Conference may issue directions of a general or special character as to the policy to be pursued by the Council and the Institutions of the Community for the achievement of the objectives of the Community, and effect shall be given to any such directions. 4. Subject to the relevant provisions of this Treaty, the Conference shall be the final authority for the conclusion of treaties on behalf of the Community and for entering into relationships between the Community and International Organisations and States. 5. The Conference shall take decisions for the purpose of establishing the financial arrangements necessary for meeting the expenses of the Community and shall be the final authority on questions arising in relation to the financial affairs of the Community. 6. The Conference may regulate its own procedure and may decide to admit at its deliberations observers, representatives of non-Member States or other entities. 7. The Conference may consult with entities and other organisations within the region and for this purpose may establish such machinery as it deems necessary.