25. ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN
(from "Chairman's Report of the Fifty-Second Annual Meeting")
Since the current Chairman, Michael Canny had held the
post for three years, he now had to stand down. South Africa
nominated Professor Bo Fernholm, Sweden as the new
Chairman and this was seconded by Oman. As there were no
other nominations, Professor Fernholm was duly elected. He
thanked Commissioners for the trust they were putting in
him, and promised to strive to do his best. He thanked the
outgoing Chairman for his years of chairmanship, for his
openness, kindness and personal touch and for the Irish
proposal that has been helpful in provoking discussions.
Michael Canny responded that he had enjoyed his time as
Chairman and thanked everyone for their cooperation.
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