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Space Cooperation: Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission

Agreement effected by exchange of notes at Washington May 30, 1997; entered into force May 30, 1997.

And memorandum of understanding signed at Washington October 20, 1995; entered into force October 20, 1995.

With agreement amending the memorandum of understanding.  Signed at Tokyo June 2, 1997;  entered into force June 2, 1997.

Agreement extending the agreement of May 30, 1997.  Effected by exchange of notes at Washington May 28, 2002; entered into force May 28, 2002.

Agreement extending the agreement of May 30, 1997.  Effected by exchange of notes at Washington May 22, 2008; entered into force May 22, 2008.

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The Lessons of 1989: Freedom and Our Future