The Supervisory Board is an advisory and consultative body of the Chamber that participates in developing the strategic directions of the Chamber's activities. The Supervisory Board is composed of no fewer than 17 members. The Supervisory Board is formed and operates on the basis of the Regulations approved by the General Assembly. Members of the Supervisory Board are elected by the General Assembly of Chamber members upon the recommendation of the Board. In order to maintain public relations and organize cooperation with educational institutions, scientific bodies, international and other relevant organizations, persons who are not members of the Chamber may be elected to the Supervisory Board by agreement, serving as independent members of the Supervisory Board.