The intended governing body of Germany until it could run itself was called the Allied Control Council.
The commanders-in-chief exercised supreme authority in their respective zones and acted in concert on questions affecting the whole country.
These two organisations were uniquely four-powered in that American, British, French, and Soviet authorities cooperated in their management.
This was different from the intensely adversarial relations the allies had with the Warsaw Pact leader in almost every other aspect of world affairs during this time.
Both organisations remained low-profile and secretive during their existences to avoid highlighting the politically sensitive nature of their interactions and co-operation.