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... Convinced that the continued existence of colonialism prevents
the development of international economic co-operation, impedes
the social, cultural and economic development of dependent peoples
and militates against the United Nations ideal of universal peace, ...
... Affirming that peoples may, for their own ends, freely dispose
of their natural wealth and resources without prejudice to any
obligations arising out of international economic co-operation,
based upon the principle of mutual benefit, and international
law, ...
... The subjection of peoples to alien subjugation, domination
and exploitation constitutes a denial of fundamental human rights,
is contrary to the Charter of the United Nations and is an impediment
to the promotion of world peace and co-operation. ...