Otherwise it is desirable not to be too rigid in scrutinizing qualifications, since the small powers will in any case not exercise any considerable influence.) 2.

For the conduct of its work the interstate conference will require a permanent secretariat.

The general secretary should be appointed by the great powers, if possible choosing a national of some other country.
3.

_International bodies_.

The secretariat would be the responsible channel of communication between the interstate conference and all international bodies functioning under treaties guaranteed by the league.