e B. -2-. @ sour All states which originally ratify the treaty shall become members of the Agency. Subsequently, all applicant states shall be accepted to membership in the Agency and sign the treaty when, in the judgment of the Board of Governors, they have duly accepted applicable commitments regarding the supplying of materials and information for the work of the Agency, provision of financial support, and facilitating open discussion and contacts among scientists engaged in peaceful research activities. C. Governing Lodys 1. The Agency shall te managed by a Board of Governors consist- ing of nine persons representing governments. The principal contribu- tors of materials shall be represented in the Board of Governors and other representatives shall be elected with due regard for geographical distribution. 2 Decisions of the Board of Governors will be taken by majority vote. D. Staff -- The staff of the Agency shali te headed by an administra- tive head or general manager, appointed for a fixed term by the Board of Governors and subject to its control. The staff may include highly gualified scientific and technical personnel, though technical advice will in the main come from consultants provided by member nations. Under the general supervision of the Eoard, the administrative head shall be responsible for the appointment, organization, and functioning of the staff. a Gh E. il. <4 3 . resem <i er URGEASSIFIED » 2 | 1 1 | Expenses for the operation of the Agency and for any necessary facilities and fixed plant shall Fe met ty the member j I ,. |' \ Financing: -