Memorandum of understanding between Syria and Iran on the cooperation in animal health ratified by the Legislative Decree No. 119 of 30 March 2006.

This Memorandum of Understanding aims at the reinforcement and development of the bilateral cooperation in animal health between Arab Republic of Syria and the Islam Republic of Iran. It is composed of 9 articles. Articles 1 and 2 specify fields of cooperation between two Parties, which are the following: to exchange information related to animal health in order to face and prevent diseases; and, to exchange living animals, animal products, veterinary medicines, vaccines and quarantine affairs. Article 3 defines veterinary authorities in the two Countries as legislative competent and referent authorities. Article 4 deals with the exchange of experts and experiences concerning fields of veterinary and animal health, as well as with the organization of technical meetings and conferences related to veterinary. Article 5 pertains to dispute settlement. Articles 6 to 9 contain general provisions.