On the recordJune 19, 2012
Let's not give Russia that 10-year liberal period that China--China agreed that they would join the GPA within 10 years.
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Ron Kirk
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congress.govRon Kirk: “Let's not give Russia that 10-year liberal period that China--China agreed that they would join the GPA within 10 years.”
Editor's note · Context
Emphasizing the need for stricter terms for Russia compared to China.
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