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... Determined to promote on the basis of equality the further development of co-operation
among States in the exploration and use of the moon and other celestial bodies, ...
... All activities on the moon, including its exploration and use, shall be carried out in
accordance with international law, in particular the Charter of the United Nations, and
taking into account the Declaration on Principles of International Law concerning Friendly
Relations and Co-operation among States in accordance with the Charter of the United
Nations, adopted by the General Assembly on 24 October 1970, in the interest of
maintaining international peace and security and promoting international co-operation and
mutual understanding, and with due regard to the corresponding interests of all other
States Parties. ...
... 1. The exploration and use of the moon shall be the province of all mankind and shall
be carried out for the benefit and in the interests of all countries, irrespective of
their degree of economic or scientific development. Due regard shall be paid to the
interests of present and future generations as well as to the need to promote higher
standards of living and conditions of economic and social progress and development in
accordance with the Charter of the United Nations. ...