[13] He also worked closely with the International Labour Organization, twice presiding over the ILO Governing Body.

[14] For the last thirty-five years of his life, Ago chaired the ILO Committee on Freedom of Association.

[15] Ago was also an active member of the Institut du Droit International from 1932 until his death, serving as its president from 1992 to 1993.

"[19] Nicolas Valticos explained that: "as was the practice in Italian universities, he specialized in both private and public international law.

[4] His term of office at the International Court of Justice was due to expire in February 1997.