69. In compliance with Rule 37 of the Rules of Procedure (TRANS/WP.29/690 as amended), GRVA called for the election of officers. GRVA was informed that the current chairperson would not be a candidate for the year 2020. GRVA elected Mr. R. Damm (Germany) as Chair of GRVA for the sessions in 2020. GRVA also elected Ms. C. Chen (China) and Mr. T. Onoda (Japan) as vice Chair of GRVA for the sessions in 2020. GRVA congratulated the officers for their election and also congratulated Mr. B. Frost, Chair of GRVA since 2018 and Chair of GRRF since 2012 for his outstanding work. GRVA noted the contributions of Mr. B. Frost to vehicle regulations since decades. GRVA agreed he managed the transformation of GRRF into GRVA and that this fourth session was a real success. The Chair thanked GRVA for their trust and support. He noted the importance of regulations for the purpose of vehicle safety and road safety as well as the work of the industry to deliver safety, through their products. He stated the importance of the United Nations to deliver harmonization, which affect positively safety, environment but also trade and employment. He wished that this would be more recognized. He thanked the Secretary for his work in order to make these meetings work harmoniously. He also thanked the interpreters for supporting these complex and technical meetings. GRVA wished Mr. B. Frost well for his retirement.