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Scientific and Technical Cooperation

Effected by exchange of notes at Washington July 9 and October 2, 2019; entered into force August 27, 2021.  With effect from May 26, 2019.

Extension of agreement signed December 4, 2006: TIAS 09-526.  Agreement previously extended April 11, 2016, November 21 and December 6, 2017: TIAS 17-1206.

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U.S. Department of State

The Lessons of 1989: Freedom and Our Future