Article 12 Final clauses

Each Party shall notify the other in writing of its consent to be bound by this Agreement. This Agreement shall enter into force on the first day of the month following the date on which the last Party shall have so notified the other.

This Agreement shall remain in force for a period of eight years, following which it may be extended by written agreement of the Parties.

This Agreement may be amended by mutual written agreement of the Parties.

Amendments or extensions shall be in writing and shall enter into force on a date determined by the Parties.

This Agreement may be terminated at any time by either Party upon twelve months written notice. The expiration or termination of this Agreement shall not affect the validity or duration of any arrangements made under it or the obligations established pursuant to the Annex to this Agreement.