FAO's 197 Members will meet from 6-13 June for the 39th biennial FAO Conference, the highest governing body of the Organization.

Over 130 ministers and 14 heads of state or government are expected to attend. The Conference will elect the FAO Director-General for a four-year term and set the Organization's budget for the 2016-17 biennium at this session. 

Follow proceedings at FAO Conference 39th Session website and visit FAO Conference for more information about the conference and past sessions.