l 9 whether a matter is one of procedure or not, shall be decided by a simple majority. 2. Two-thirds of the total membership of the Union shall form a quorum at any meeting of the Assembly. Article 8 Rule of Procedure of the Assembly The Assembly shall adopt its own Rules of Procedure. Article 9 Powers and Functions of the Assembly 1. The functions of the Assembly shall be to: (a) determine the common policies of the Union; (b) receive, consider and take decisions on reports and recommendations from the other organs of the Union; (c) · consider requests for Membership of the Union; (d) establish any organ of the Union; (e) monitor the implementation of policies and decisions of the Union as well ensure compliance by all Member States; (f) adopt the budget of the Union; (g) give directives to the Executive management of conflicts, war and situations and the restoration of peace; (h) appoint and terminate the appointment of the judges of the Court of Justice; Council on the other emergency