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CHOICE OF ORGANIZATION:

Kenya, supported by several countries, recommended the nomination of UNEP as one of the most competent organizations. The UK and Canada noted that the secretariat could represent a partnership between organizations to carry out secretariat functions. The UK, supported by Sri Lanka and others, stated that the COP might want to review the work of the secretariat and Norway emphasized the need to ensure continuity. Sweden suggested a possible consortium of five agencies: UNEP, FAO, DPCSD, UNESCO and UNDP. In addition, some countries, including Zaire and New Zealand, indicated their support for UNESCO and the IUCN. The final report lists six organizations that could potentially serve as the secretariat, including UNEP, UNDP, FAO, UNESCO/IOC, DPCSD, and the IUCN. It was noted that the list should not prejudge the selection process of the COP. There was considerable discussion on the process by which international organizations might be presented to the COP. The Group recommended that in accordance with Article 24, paragraph 2 of the Convention, all interested, competent international organizations should inform the Interim Secretariat of their interest and the details of their offer before 15 August 1994.