The AESOP Executive Committee operates with delegated powers on behalf of the Council of National Representatives (CoRep) and is subject to its authority. The Committee meets at least twice a year to secure the aims of the AESOP Charter and to implement the policies of AESOP as expressed in the General Assembly or by the Council of Representatives. Representing the Association and managing its current affairs in between meetings of the Executive is delegated to the President and the Secretary General.