Goodness, Righteousness, and Solidarity in the International Law – Part 2

"We, representatives of the People of Nicaragua, … for the institutionalization of the achievements of the Revolution and the establishment of a new society that … achieves economic, political and social equality among Nicaraguans and absolute respect for human rights. For the homeland, for the Revolution, for the unity of the nation and for peace. We promulgate the following Constitution of the Republic of Nicaragua."

(The Constitution of Nicaragua)

"We, the people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, having firmly and solemnly resolved: to live in unity and harmony as one indivisible and indissoluble sovereign nation under God, dedicated to the promotion of inter-African solidarity, world peace, international co-operation and understanding, and to provide for a Constitution for the purpose of promoting the good government and welfare of all persons in our country, on the principles of freedom, equality and justice, and for the purpose of consolidating the unity of our people … enact … the following Constitution"

(The Constitution of Nigeria)

"Comrade Kim Il Sung … laid solid foundations for the prosperity of the socialist motherland … . Regarding "The people are my God" as his maxim, Comrade Kim Il Sung … turned the whole of society into a large family which is united in one mind by taking care of the people … . … Comrade Kim Il Sung … carried out energetic activities for the strengthening and development of the socialist movement and the non-aligned movement, as well as for world peace and for friendship among the peoples … ."

(The Constitution of North Korea)

"Wherein the principles of democracy, freedom, equality, tolerance and social justice … shall be fully observed; … therein shall be guaranteed fundamental rights, including equality of status, of opportunity and before law, social, economic and political justice … ; … so that the people of Pakistan may prosper … and make their full contribution towards international peace and progress and happiness of humanity: … we, the people of Pakistan, … inspired by the resolve to protect our … unity and solidarity by creating an egalitarian society … ; do hereby … adopt … this Constitution."

(The Constitution of Pakistan)

"The chapters of this Basic Law include … regulations and norms, whether in relation to rights and public and personal liberties that achieve justice and equality for all … . The temporary provisions of this law do not cancel or nullify the rights of any Palestinian individual … to enjoy equal rights with other citizens in the land of the homeland."

(The Constitution of Palestine)

"We, the sovereign Filipino people, … in order to build a just and humane society and establish a Government that shall … promote the common good, … secure to ourselves and our posterity the blessings of independence and democracy under the rule of law and a regime of truth, justice, freedom, love, equality, and peace, do ordain … this Constitution."

(The Constitution of Philippines)

"We, the people of South Africa, … adopt this Constitution as the supreme law of the Republic so as to … establish a society based on … social justice and fundamental human rights; lay the foundations for a democratic and open society in which … every citizen is equally protected by law."

(The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa)

"Government in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is based on the premise of justice, consultation, and equality … . … The state strives for the achievement of the hopes of the Arab and Islamic nation for solidarity and unity of word, and to consolidate its relations with friendly states."

(The Constitution of Saudi Arabia)

"The sovereign People of Senegal, … convinced of the will of all the citizens … to assume common destiny by solidarity, work and patriotic commitment; … attached to the ideal of African unity; … affirm: … their determination to strive for peace and fraternity with all the peoples of the world; … approve and adopt this Constitution … ."

(The Constitution of Senegal)

"Considering the state tradition of the Serbian people and equality of all citizens and ethnic communities in Serbia … . … the citizens of Serbia adopt … . Republic of Serbia is a state … based on the rule of law and social justice … ."

(The Constitution of Serbia)

"Somalia is a federal, sovereign, and democratic republic founded on inclusive representation of the people and … social justice. … The sovereignty and unity of the Federal Republic of Somalia is inviolable. … The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Somalia … protects … social justice."

(The Constitution of Somalia)

"We, the People of South Sudan, … recalling our … struggle for justice, freedom, equality and dignity in South Sudan; … determined to lay the foundation for a united, peaceful and prosperous society based on justice, equality, respect for human rights and the rule of law; committed to … upholding values of human dignity … ; conscious of the need to manage our natural resources sustainably and efficiently for the benefit of the present and future generations … ; do hereby … amend the Interim Constitution of Southern Sudan … which shall be … the supreme law … ."

(The Constitution of South Sudan)

"… enshrining the principle of … the establishment of a state of law that … elevates the values of justice, equality and human rights; … striving to implement measures to … achieve a state of prosperity, welfare and social justice, … strengthen the pillars of social peace, deepen the values of tolerance and reconciliation between the components of the Sudanese people and rebuild trust between all the people of Sudan; … we … have agreed to issue the following Constitutional Charter"

(The Constitution of Sudan)

"The Syrian Arab Republic considers international peace and security a key objective and a strategic choice, and it works on achieving both of them under the international law and the values of right and justice. … this is attainable through a system of fundamental principles that enshrines … the rule of the people based on … protection of … social justice, equality, equal opportunities … . Preserving the dignity of the society and the citizen is an indicator of the civilization of the country and the prestige of the state."

(The Constitution of Syria)

"We, the people of Tajikistan, as an inseparable part of the world community, realizing our debt and our responsibility to the past, present and future generations, … respecting the equality of rights and friendship of all nations and nationalities, seeking to build a just society, adopt and proclaim this Constitution"

(The Constitution of Tajikistan)

"The Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand … establishes mechanisms to … reduce the causes of conflict, so that the country can be at peace on the basis of unity and solidarity. The successful implementation of these matters demands cooperation among the people from all parts and all agencies of the State … pursuant to the … principles … of good faith, human rights and good governance. … May all Thai people unite … in order to … bring about happiness, prosperity and dignity to His Majesty’s subjects throughout the Kingdom … ."

(The Constitution of Thailand)

"… we, the representatives of the Tunisian people, … based on the elevated status of humankind … , building on our national unity that is based on citizenship, fraternity, solidarity, and social justice, committed to strengthening Maghreb unity as a step towards achieving Arab unity, … and towards cooperation with all the peoples of the world, … being aware of the necessity of contributing to the preservation of a healthy environment that guarantees the sustainability of our natural resources and bequeathing a secure life to future generations, … believing in science, work, and creativity as noble human values, … aspiring to contribute to the development of civilization, on the basis of … world peace, and human solidarity, … draft this Constitution."

(The Constitution of Tunisia)

"Determining to attain the … material and spiritual wellbeing of the Republic of Turkey … as an honourable member … of the family of world nations; … that every Turkish citizen has an innate right and power, to lead an honourable life and to improve his/her material and spiritual wellbeing … , in conformity with the requirements of equality and social justice; that all Turkish citizens … have the right to demand a peaceful life … , mutual love and fellowship, and the desire for and belief in "Peace at home; peace in the world"."

(The Constitution of Turkey)

"We, the people of Turkmenistan, … expressing loyalty to the covenant of ancestors to live in unity, peace and harmony and commitment to universal human values, with the aim of protecting … the status of permanent neutrality of Turkmenistan recognized by the international community, … seeking to ensure civil tranquility and unity in the society, … we adopt the present Constitution … ."

(The Constitution of Turkmenistan)

"We the people of Uganda: … committed to building a better future by establishing a socio-economic and political order through a popular and durable national Constitution based on the principles of unity, peace, equality, democracy, freedom, social justice and progress; … adopt … this Constitution … ."

(The Constitution of Uganda)

"We, the Rulers of the Emirates … ; whereas it is our desire and the desire of the people of our Emirates to … promote a better life, more enduring stability and a higher international status for the Emirates and their people; desiring to create closer links between the Arab Emirates in the form of an independent, sovereign, federal state, capable of protecting its existence and the existence of its members, in cooperation with the sister Arab states and with all other friendly states which are members of the United Nations Organization and members of the family of nations in general, on a basis of mutual respect and reciprocal interests and advantage."

(The Constitution of the United Arab Emirates)

"We, united people of Uzbekistan: solemnly declaring our adherence to … national and universal values … , affirming our commitment to the ideals of democracy, freedom and equality, social justice and solidarity, aware of our ultimate responsibility to the present and the future generations for building a humane democratic state, an open and just society in which the person, human life, freedom, honor and dignity are the highest value, … being determined to multiply and protect for present and future generations the invaluable natural wealth of the country and to preserve a healthy environment, … striving to strengthen and develop friendly relations of Uzbekistan with the world community … on the basis of cooperation, mutual support, peace and harmony, aiming to ensure … interethnic and interfaith harmony, well-being and prosperity of the multinational native Uzbekistan, hereby adopt … the present Constitution."

(The Constitution of Uzbekistan)

"The people of Venezuela, … to the supreme end of reshaping the Republic to establish a … society … that embodies the values of freedom, independence, peace, solidarity, the common good … ; guarantees the right to life, work, learning, education, social justice and equality … ; promotes peaceful cooperation among nations … in accordance with the principle of nonintervention … , … nuclear disarmament, ecological balance and environmental resources as the common and inalienable heritage of humanity; … hereby ordain the following Constitution."

(The Constitution of Venezuela)

"In the course of their millennia-old history, the Vietnamese people … have forged a tradition of patriotism, solidarity, humaneness and righteousness, perseverance and indomitableness, and have created Vietnamese civilization and culture. … our people have … attained historic great achievements in the task of … leading the nation to socialism."

(The Constitution of Vietnam)

"We the people of Zimbabwe, united in our diversity by our common desire for freedom, justice and equality, … cherishing freedom, equality, peace, justice, tolerance, prosperity and patriotism in search of new frontiers under a common destiny, … resolve by the tenets of this Constitution to commit ourselves to build a united, just and prosperous nation, founded on values of transparency, equality, freedom, fairness, honesty and the dignity of hard work, … hereby make this Constitution … ."

(The Constitution of Zimbabwe)

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