Responsibilities and tasks
The Assembly Council is a subsidiary body of the Assembly. It ensures the smooth functioning of the ICRC, in particular as regards human resources and financial management. It prepares the Assembly's discussions on financial matters, particularly those requiring the Assembly's approval with regard to changes in the financial reserves, ICRC funds and foundations, and budgets. It approves budget extensions. The Assembly Council may carry out any of the Assembly's duties in situations requiring an urgent decision