Founded in 1949, the TUI today joins 145 organizations from 72 countries, representing 18 million workers. The International Trade Conference held in Damascus in 1981 (October 25-30) was attended by representatives of 57 non-member organizations from 45 countries. It has set up five branch commisions: maritime; ports; railroads; motor transport; and civil aviation. It publishes a quarterly review «Transport Workers of the WorId» and a monthly news bulletin. By decision of the WFTU General Council meeting during the 10th World Trade Union Congress, its General Secretary is a member of the WFTU Bureau. Address: Vaci ut. 73,1139 Budapest, Hungary Telephone: (361) 209601, 884353 General Secretary: K. C. Mathew (India)