Article LO6462-13 of the French General Code of Local Authorities
The President of the Territorial Council or his/her representative may be entrusted by the authorities of the Republic with the task of representing them within North Atlantic regional bodies, including those dependent on the specialised agencies of the United Nations. The authorities of the Republic shall provide him/her with the necessary instructions and powers. In areas of State competence, the President of the Territorial Council or his/her representative may be…