He formally assumed the charge on 19 March 2012.

The nation formally assumed sovereignty and was made up of free, sovereign and independent states.

Paul Anton formally assumed the duties of office in 1734.

Julien at this time formally assumed the role as head of the family.

He formally assumed office on August 15, 1987.

He formally assumed the Brooklyn title as of the 2011-2012 season.

A year after formally assuming the presidency in 1979, he invaded Iran.

He formally assumed the post in January 2008.

They were just weeks away from formally assuming power in a new government.

However, the relationship could become much more complicated once Hamas formally assumes power.