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4.
We reaffirm that our common fundamental values, including freedom, equality,
solidarity, tolerance, respect for all human rights, respect for nature and shared
responsibility, are essential to international relations.
5.
We are determined to establish a just and lasting peace all over the world in
accordance with the purposes and principles of the Charter. We rededicate ourselves
to support all efforts to uphold the sovereign equality of all States, respect their
territorial integrity and political independence, to refrain in our international
relations from the threat or use of force in any manner inconsistent with the
purposes and principles of the United Nations, to uphold resolution of disputes by
peaceful means and in conformity with the principles of justice and international
law, the right to self-determination of peoples which remain under colonial
domination and foreign occupation, non-interference in the internal affairs of States,
respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, respect for the equal rights of
all without distinction as to race, sex, language or religion, international cooperation
in solving international problems of an economic, social, cultural or humanitarian
character and the fulfilment in good faith of the obligations assumed in accordance
with the Charter.
6.
We reaffirm the vital importance of an effective multilateral system, in
accordance with international law, in order to better address the multifaceted and
interconnected challenges and threats confronting our world and to achieve progress
in the areas of peace and security, development and human rights, underlining the
central role of the United Nations, and commit ourselves to promoting and
strengthening the effectiveness of the Organization through the implementation of
its decisions and resolutions.
7.
We believe that today, more than ever before, we live in a global and
interdependent world. No State can stand wholly alone. We acknowledge that
collective security depends on effective cooperation, in accordance with
international law, against transnational threats.
8.
We recognize that current developments and circumstances require that we
urgently build consensus on major threats and challenges. We commit ourselves to
translating that consensus into concrete action, including addressing the root causes
of those threats and challenges with resolve and determination.
9.
We acknowledge that peace and security, development and human rights are
the pillars of the United Nations system and the foundations for collective security
and well-being. We recognize that development, peace and security and human
rights are interlinked and mutually reinforcing.
10. We reaffirm that development is a central goal in itself and that sustainable
development in its economic, social and environmental aspects constitutes a key
element of the overarching framework of United Nations activities.
11. We acknowledge that good governance and the rule of law at the national and
international levels are essential for sustained economic growth, sustainable
development and the eradication of poverty and hunger.
12. We reaffirm that gender equality and the promotion and protection of the full
enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms for all are essential to
advance development and peace and security. We are committed to creating a world
fit for future generations, which takes into account the best interests of the child.
13. We reaffirm the universality, indivisibility, interdependence and interrelatedness of
all human rights.
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