1) Both universities agree to an academic exchange in various areas of education and research. 2) Both universities will make an effort to exchange professo rs, researchers and students, and also exchange research materials and publications. 3) Both universities will make an effort to promote the exchange but will respect the independence of opinion to their mutual benefits. Specific details on the implementation of particular exchanges noted above and results from the agreement shall be negotiated between the two institutions subject to approval by each institution. 4) This agreement shall not be construed as any transfer, assignment or infringement of any intellectual property rights between two parties. 5) This agreement will remain effective fo r fi ve years from the d.ate of signing. It may be renewed by mutual consent, if proposed by either party. 6) This agreement may be amended or terminated by mutual consent, if proposed by either party, by giving at least six months' notice in writing to the other party. 7) This agreement is written in English and signed in duplicate by both parties. It may be translated into other languages for reference purposes.