AGREEMENT
between the Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of
the Republic of the Philippines on cooperation in the field of tourism

The Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of the Republic of the Philippines (further referred to as "the Parties"),

Sharing the provisions of the Manila Declaration on World Tourism (1980) and the Hague Declaration on Tourism (1989),

Expressing the desire to strengthen friendly relations between the peoples of the Russian Federation and the Republic of the Philippines and to promote a better knowledge of life, history and cultural heritage of both countries,

Realizing that tourism is an important means of strengthening mutual understanding, expressing goodwill and fostering friendly relations between peoples,

Have agreed as follows:

Article 1

The Parties shall strengthen and develop cooperation in the field of tourism on the basis of equality and mutual benefit, and in accordance with this Agreement, national legislation of both states and international agreements they are parties to.