Article 99

The National Council for the Economy and Labour shall be composed of experts and representatives of economic activities as specified by law, in such a manner as to reflect the size and qualitative importance of such activities. It shall act as a consultative body for the Houses of Parliament and the Government on the matters and with the functions assigned to it by law. It has the right to initiate legislation and may contribute to the drafting of economic and social legislation according to the principles and within the limits set by law.