abstract
| - As stated in Articles I-1 and I-2, theHesperian Association is open to all states that respect the member states' common values, namely:
* human dignity
* freedom
* democracy
* equality
* the rule of law
* respect for human rights
* minority rights
* free market Member states also declare that the following principles prevail in their society:
* pluralism
* non-discrimination
* tolerance
* justice
* solidarity
* equality of the sexes Aims of the Union The aims of the Hesperian Association are made explicit:
* promotion of peace, its values and the well-being of its people
* maintenance of freedom, security and justice without internal borders, and an internal market where competition is free and undistorted
* development based on balanced economic growth, refinist economic principles, and price stability, a highly competitive social market economy
* social justice and protection, equality between women and men, solidarity between generations and protection of the rights of the child
* economic, social and territorial cohesion, and solidarity among member states
* respect for linguistic and cultural diversity In its relations with the wider world the Association's objectives are:
* to uphold and promote its values and interests
* to contribute to peace, security
* solidarity and mutual respect among people
* free and fair trade
* eradication of poverty and the protection of human rights, in particular the rights of the child
* strict condemnation and an eventual end to totalitarian rule
* strict observance and development of international law, including respect for the principles of the United Nations Charter.
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