I have developed a great respect for ICEMs outstanding humanitarian work. For these reasons and because of my intense admiration of individuals who have previously chaired thesemeetings. I assume the role of Council Chairman with a deep sense of personal pride and humility. The U.S. delegate to ICEM. Ambassador Fiancis Kellogg. Special Assistant to the Secretary for Refugee and Migration Affairs. Department of State. in his opening statement recited the history of ICEM. praised the organization for its accomplishments. and honored ICEM on the occasion of its 20th anniversary. Ambassador Kellogg also read to the Council the following personal message from President Richard M.