Search JTA's historical archive dating back to 1923

England Joins International Refugee Organization; Representative Signs Constitution

February 6, 1947
See Original Daily Bulletin From This Date
Advertisement

The British representative to the United Nations, Sir Alexander Cadogan, this morning signed, without reservation, the constitution of the International Refugee Organization. The United Kingdom signature is the first so far which does not require any subsequent ratification.

The United Kingdom is the eleventh country signatory to the constitution. It thereby also becomes a member of the Preparatory Commission for the IRO, which is due to hold its first meeting at Ganeva on Feb. 11., and has been allotted a contribution of 14.75 percent of the first year’s operational budget of $151,060,500, amounting to $22,281,424.

Recommended from JTA

Advertisement