The Bureau,
- Having examined Document ITH/14/9.COM 4.BUR/1,
- RecallingChapter I of the Operational Directives,
- Takes note that States Parties continue to encounter difficulties preparing requests for International Assistance that can satisfy the criteria for selection and the administrative and financial regulations of UNESCO;
- Encourages the Secretariat to continue to offer technical assistance, through the provision of experts, to States Parties wishing to elaborate requests for International Assistance.