framework agreement

“Relations Agreement (AFTERA), a framework agreement promoting two-way trade, economic relations and investment between the two countries will also recommence.”

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“Rather, it acts as an umbrella or framework agreement encouraging States to develop more detailed rules on specific issues in international bodies such as the International Maritime Organization, the International Whaling Commission, a number of United Nations agencies and important new measures and agreements to help manage fish stocks.”

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