The nineteenth article of the Covenant defines the Mandato under
which the ex-German colonies and parts of the Turkish Empire will be governed. The former Turkish provinces will be provisionally recognized as independent nations, "subject to the rendering of administrative advice and assistance" by a Mandatory Power in whose selection they are to have a voice. The African colonies will be administered by the Mandatories on philanthropic lines ; equal opportunities for trade must be given to all members of the League. South-West Africa and " certain of " the South Pacific Islands will become " integral portions" of the Mandatory States. An annual report will be made to the League by each Mandatory on the territory com- mitted to its charge. A permanent Bureau of Labour is to be established by the League. Finally, no Treaty made by a member will be regarded as valid until it has been registered with the Secretary-General, who will publish it.
