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• Letter from James P. Roche to Liam Mulcahy, 05/06/1984

  Subject: Forwarding a letter from the Director of the Vocational Training Council in New Zealand and suggesting that information on the International Apprentice Competition (World Skills Olympics) be sent, as there may be interest from New Zealand and Australia in participating.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to V.R. Crimmins, 05/06/1984

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to V.R. Crimmins, 05/06/1984 Subject: Information on membership conditions, fees, and participation costs for New Zealand in the International Vocational Training Competitions; mentions enclosed provisional programme for the upcoming General Assembly (not included in the document).
• Telex from Daniel Sommer to V. R. Crimmins (Engineering Industry Training Board, New Zealand), 05/06/1984

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to V. R. Crimmins (Engineering Industry Training Board, New Zealand), 05/06/1984 Subject: Reply to the 30/05/1984 letter, expressing interest in New Zealand’s active participation in future competitions; informs about the revision of statutes and that documents will be sent by the end of August; invites to the General Assembly in September; outlines membership fee calculation, estimated organizational and participation costs, meeting frequency, and delegates’ responsibilities; notes that further details will follow once documents are ready.
• Letter from F. B. Dugdale (Convener, Shell Grants Committee, Shell UK Limited) to Daniel Sommer, 31/05/1984

  Letter from F. B. Dugdale (Convener, Shell Grants Committee, Shell UK Limited) to Daniel Sommer, 31/05/1984 Subject: Request for details on the International Competition in Japan next year, noting Shell UK’s ongoing support for Skill UK in selecting engineering apprentices; proposal to arrange a meeting either in the UK or in Zurich.
• Letter from V. R. Crimmins (Research & Development Adviser, Engineering Industry Training Board, New Zealand) to Daniel Sommer, 30/05/1984

  Letter from V. R. Crimmins (Research & Development Adviser, Engineering Industry Training Board, New Zealand) to Daniel Sommer, 30/05/1984 Subject: Informing about Mr Bill Reed’s visit to discuss New Zealand possibly becoming an IVTO Member; background on efforts to promote interest in the Skills Olympics; request for details on membership fees and general information.
• General Assembly meeting agenda, Bern 28/09/1984

  Agenda for the General Assembly meeting, including approval of the minutes from Linz, approval of the 1983 annual accounts and auditors’ report, discharge of officers, decisions on proposals from the Administrative and Technical Committees, proposals from Members and the Standing Committee, admission or expulsion of Members, appointment of Honorary Members, decisions on honorary awards, information on the skill competitions in Osaka 1985 and Australia 1988, approval of the budget and membership fee, setting 1985 dates, and other matters.
• Standing Committee meeting agenda, Bern 23/09/1984

  Agenda for the Standing Committee meeting, including approval of the minutes from Taipei, framework programme for the Bern meetings, decision on interpreters for Osaka, invited and participating guest countries, preliminary discussion of the Administrative Committee, Technical Committee, and General Assembly agendas, and other matters. Mentions a follow-up meeting on 27/09/1984 to finalize 1985 meetings and agendas.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Committee, 22/05/1984 (EN)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Committee, 22/05/1984 Subject: Sending the agendas for the upcoming meetings of the Standing Committee, Administrative Committee, and General Assembly, with notes on preparation, priorities, and related working group schedules; mentions enclosures not included in the document.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Committee, 22/05/1984 (ES)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Committee, 22/05/1984 Subject: Sending the agendas for the upcoming meetings of the Standing Committee, Administrative Committee, and General Assembly, with notes on preparation, priorities, and related working group schedules; mentions enclosures not included in the document.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Committee, 22/05/1984 (DE)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to members of the Standing Committee, 22/05/1984 Subject: Sending the agendas for the upcoming meetings of the Standing Committee, Administrative Committee, and General Assembly, with notes on preparation, priorities, and related working group schedules; mentions enclosures not included in the document.
• Letter from Paul Fraefel to Daniel Sommer, 18/05/1984

  Letter from Paul Fraefel to Daniel Sommer, 18/05/1984 Subject: declining attendance at the 28th International Vocational Training Competition, Osaka 1985 information meeting in Japan due to prior holiday plans; requests a report if available and confirms attendance at the lunch following the General Assembly on 27 September in Berne.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Joseph Fischer, 09/05/1984

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Joseph Fischer, 09/05/1984 Subject: forwarding a brochure from Taiwan (not included), suggesting it could be distributed at the September meeting; available in English, Spanish, and French as indicated on the last page.
• Programme for the Standing Commission, Technical Committee, and General Assembly meetings, Bern, 23–29/09/1984 (ES)

  Detailed schedule including arrivals, Committee meetings, excursions, demonstrations of skill competitions, receptions, and social events, with separate activities for the Standing Commission, Technical Committee, Official Delegates, and auditors.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Official Delegates IVTC, 07/05/1984 (ES)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Official Delegates IVTC, 07/05/1984 Subject: outcomes of the Standing Commission meeting in Taipei, including introduction of new third vice-president Keiichi Kuwahara, updates on Osaka competition preparations with budget details, and confirmation of programme for September meetings; mentions enclosed programmes not included in the document.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Official Delegates , 26/04/1984

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Official Delegates IVTC, 26/04/1984 Subject: outcomes of the Standing Commission meeting in Taipei, including introduction of new third vice-president Keiichi Kuwahara, updates on Osaka competition preparations with budget details, and confirmation of programme for September meetings; mentions enclosed programmes not included in the document.
• Letter from F.T. Lambert (for Director, Vocational Training Council, New Zealand) to Mr. J. Roche, 30/04/1984

  Letter from F.T. Lambert (for Director, Vocational Training Council, New Zealand) to Mr. J. Roche, 30/04/1984 Subject: request for advice on how New Zealand could become involved in the "Work Skills Olympics", following previous discussions; mentions also contacting the Australian National Training Council.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Tseng-Yu Chu, 26/04/1984 (DE)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Tseng-Yu Chu, 26/04/1984 Subject: thanks for hospitality and exchange of ideas during the Standing Commission visit to Taipei, reflections on the national competition for handicapped people, and discussion of vocational training challenges; shares insights from the Swiss system and advises preserving Chinese traditions while adapting to modern needs; offers further exchange of ideas.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Tseng-Yu Chu, 26/04/1984 (EN)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Tseng-Yu Chu, 26/04/1984 Subject: thanks for hospitality and exchange of ideas during the Standing Commission visit to Taipei, reflections on the national competition for handicapped people, and discussion of vocational training challenges; shares insights from the Swiss system and advises preserving Chinese traditions while adapting to modern needs; offers further exchange of ideas.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Shyuw-Tao H'su, 26/04/1984 (DE)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Shyuw-Tao H'su, 26/04/1984 Subject: thanks for making the last day in Taipei pleasant and memorable, including the closing ceremony of the competition for handicapped people and visit to the National Palace Museum; expresses hope to welcome him during planned study tour to Europe in late May/early June and offers assistance with programme; mentions enclosed confidential copy of letter to Minister Lin Yang-Kan, not included in the document.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Shyuw-Tao H'su, 26/04/1984 (EN)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Shyuw-Tao H'su, 26/04/1984 Subject: thanks for making the last day in Taipei pleasant and memorable, including the closing ceremony of the competition for handicapped people and visit to the National Palace Museum; expresses hope to welcome him during planned study tour to Europe in late May/early June and offers assistance with programme; mentions enclosed confidential copy of letter to Minister Lin Yang-Kan, not included in the document.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to His Excellency Mr. Lin Yang-Kan (Minister of the Interior, Taiwan), 26/04/1984 (DE)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to His Excellency Mr. Lin Yang-Kan (Minister of the Interior, Taiwan), 26/04/1984 Subject: appreciation for hospitality and arrangements during the Standing Commission visit to Taipei, including excursions, national competition for handicapped people, and cultural exchange; expresses interest in continued cooperation and willingness to share experiences; mentions possible visit to Switzerland by Taiwanese delegation in late May/early June.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to His Excellency Mr. Lin Yang-Kan (Minister of the Interior, Taiwan), 26/04/1984 (EN)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to His Excellency Mr. Lin Yang-Kan (Minister of the Interior, Taiwan), 26/04/1984 Subject: appreciation for hospitality and arrangements during the Standing Commission visit to Taipei, including excursions, national competition for handicapped people, and cultural exchange; expresses interest in continued cooperation and willingness to share experiences; mentions possible visit to Switzerland by Taiwanese delegation in late May/early June.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Cheng Chen Liu, 26/04/1984 (DE)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Cheng Chen Liu, 26/04/1984 Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Cheng Chen Liu, 26/04/1984 Subject: gratitude for active cooperation and warm hospitality during the Standing Commission meeting in Taipei, including the thoughtful gift of a first-class return flight; expresses hope to meet again in Osaka.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Cheng Chen Liu, 26/04/1984 (EN)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. Cheng Chen Liu, 26/04/1984 Subject: gratitude for active cooperation and warm hospitality during the Standing Commission meeting in Taipei, including the thoughtful gift of a first-class return flight; expresses hope to meet again in Osaka.
• Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. S.C. Wang (Official Delegate IVTC for Taiwan), 26/04/1984 (DE)

  Letter from Daniel Sommer to Mr. S.C. Wang (Official Delegate IVTC for Taiwan), 26/04/1984 Subject: appreciation for the hospitality and cultural experiences during the Standing Commission meeting in Taipei, with hopes for continued cooperation and friendship; mentions enclosed confidential copies of letters to others met during the visit, not included in the document.