### Question
How is the term independent states of the former Soviet Union defined?


### Answer
The term **independent states of the former Soviet Union** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 1736o* as the following:

> the independent states of the former Soviet Union as defined in section 5602(8) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 1736o*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 41-AGRICULTURAL TRADE DEVELOPMENT AND ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-GENERAL AUTHORITIES AND REQUIREMENTS**

