AGREEMENT
Between the Government of the Russian Federation and the Government of the
Republic of South Africa on Co-operation in the Field of Health and Medical Science

The Government of the Russian Federation (hereinafter refferred to as Russia) and the Government of the Republic of South Africa (hereinafter refferred to as South Africa) (hereinafter jointly referred to as "the Parties" and in the singular as a "Party");

Desirous to develop co-operation between the two countries in the field of health care and medical science;

Recognising the expediency of combining efforts of both countries in solving a number of problems in the field of health care that are of mutual interest,

Hereby agree as follows:

Article 1

Scope of Agreement

(1) The Parties shall promote co-operation in the field of health and medical science based on the principles of equality and mutual benefit.