Consolidated Schedule 2–Italy

Note:        See section 5.

AGREEMENT ON SOCIAL SECURITY BETWEEN AUSTRALIA AND THE REPUBLIC OF ITALY

Australia and the Republic of Italy,

Wishing to strengthen the existing friendly relations between the two countries, and

Desiring to review the Agreement providing for reciprocity in matters relating to Social Security signed on 23 April 1986, and

Acknowledging the need to co-ordinate further the operation of their respective social security systems and to enhance the equitable access by people who move between Australia and Italy to social security benefits provided for under the laws of both countries,

Have agreed as follows: