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EC Library Guide on the history of the European Commission: Composition of the High Authority

President  Piero Malvestiti and the Members of the High Authority (European Coal and Steel Community, 1959-1963)1

The Treaty establishing the European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC) governs the appointment of the members of the High Authority.

For more information on independence of members, appointment of members and termination of service before 1967 until the Nice Treaty of 2001, see Composition (CVCE.EU by UNI.LU, accessed April 11, 2024).


  1. For different language versions, check the EU Publications website.