International Cooperation.
Section 13
SEC. 13. International Cooperation. - The VIP shall establish strategic partnerships with the world's leading scientists, virology centers and institutes, international organizations, and non-government organizations, and conduct innovative and pioneering research that will advance the frontiers of virology and vaccine research and development in the country. It may enter into a memorandum of agreement or understanding with international partners, including, but not limited to, the World Health Organization (WHO) and World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH), upon the approval of its VIP Board, and in compliance with existing laws, rules, regulations, and issuances of the DFA. The DFA shall provide legal and other forms of assistance related to international cooperation with the VIP.