Framework Agreement between the Government of the Hellenic Republic and the Government of the Republic of Chile on economic, scientific and technical cooperation

With this Agreement, the Government of the Republic of Chile and the Government of the Hellenic Republic have agreed to make any effort to develop and strengthen economic, scientific and technological cooperation. The fields of agriculture (including agro-industry and aquaculture), and forestry were identified among the areas of possible cooperation. Such cooperation may take the form of among other: Elaboration of common and coordinated research and/or development programmes; provision of equipment and material necessary for the implementation of specific projects; elaboration of training programmes; grant of scholarships for specialisation; establishment and operation of research institutes, laboratories and advanced training centres; organization of seminars and conferences; provision of consultancy services; exchange of scientific and technical information; development of joint cooperation activities in third countries; any other form of cooperation to be agreed upon between the two Parties. With the aim of ensuring the implementation of this Agreement and its normal development, a Joint Committee is hereby established. The Joint Committee shall be composed by representatives of the two Parties and shall meet, at the request of either Party, at a place and time to be mutually agreed upon, through diplomatic channels. This Committee shall review the progress made towards achieving the objectives of this Agreement and, if necessary, formulate recommendations for its implementation.