In the absence of a maritime boundary between the USA and the USSR the parties have agreed to consider "western limit" as defined by the United States - Russia Convention of 1867 the maritime boundary between the United States and the USSR.; In the absence of a maritime boundary between the USA and the USSR the parties have agreed to consider "western limit" as defined by the United States - Russia Convention of 1867 the maritime boundary between the United States and the USSR.; Entry into force on the date of exchange of instruments of ratification.; According to this Bilateral Agreement the parties pledge themselves to re spect the maritime boundary as limiting the extent of their coastal state jurisdiction otherwise permitted by international law for any purpose. Any dispute concerning the interpretation or application of this Agreement shall be resolved by negotiation or other peaceful means agreed by the parties. This Agreement is subject to ratification. The text of this Agreement is done in duplicate, in the English and Russian languages, each text being equally authentic. This Bilateral Agreement is compose d of 6 articles and comprises 1 Annex.; FAO Descriptors: 110; 010; 013; 016; 009; 038