The rules relating to the creation of public establishments responsible for ensuring the implementation of projects of interest to the region and the operation of regional public services in Guadeloupe, Guyana, Martinique and La Réunion are defined in article L. 4433-2 of the General Code of Territorial Authorities, which is reproduced below:
“Art.L. 4433-2 of the General Code of Territorial Authorities.
The Regional Councils of Guadeloupe, Mayotte and La Réunion may set up public establishments known as agencies, responsible for the implementation of projects of interest to the region and the operation of regional public services. “