EUROPEAN CONFERENCE OF MINISTERS OF TRANSPORT
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Abstract
This chapter discusses the historical background and the structure of European Conference of Ministers of Transport (ECMT). The ECMT has its seat in Paris. It consists of 19 member states and four associate members. It is open for membership to any European state upon unanimous approval of its application by the Council of Ministers. Under the same conditions, any state may become an associate member irrespective of its geographical location. The principal organs of the conference comprise the Council of Ministers of Transport and a Committee of Deputies, both assisted by an administrative secretariat. The Council of Ministers meets twice a year and is composed of the ministers of member states responsible for inland transport. It is found that if inland transport issues fall within the competence of two or more ministries, any of the ministers responsible may participate in the work of the council, provided that no member state shall have more than one vote.