The general meeting meets whenever it is convened by its chairman, on his own initiative or at the request of the minister responsible for overseeing the chambers of commerce and industry.
The chairman also convenes the general meeting whenever he receives a request from one third of its members.
Between sessions, the grouping is represented by the executive committee. The General Meeting may delegate its powers to the Executive Committee for a specified period and purpose. This delegation may be revoked at any time.