Ⅸ The appendix of this contract is an inseparable part of the contract and has equal effect Ⅹ This contract takes effect on the date signed by both parties and will automatically expire when the contract ends. If either of the two parties asks for a new contract, it should forward its request to another party 90 days prior to the expiration of the contract, and sign the new contract with mutual consent. Party B shall bear all expenses incurred when staying on after the contract expires. Ⅺ Arbitration The two parties shall consult with each other and mediate any disputes which may arise about the contract. If all attempts fail, the two parties can appeal to the organization of arbitration for foreign experts affairs in the State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs and ask for a final arbitration. This Contract is signed at_____________ , in duplicate, this_____ day of _______,20__, in the Chinese and _______ languages ,both texts being equally authentic.