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Paragraph 1 The partnership values

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(1)

The partnership between the United Kingdom and Pitcairn shall be based on the following values—

(a)

good faith;

(b)

the rule of law;

(c)

good government;

(d)

sound financial management;

(e)

the impartial administration of justice;

(f)

the impartiality of the Pitcairn Public Service;

(g)

the maintenance of public order;

(h)

compliance with applicable international obligations of the United Kingdom and of Pitcairn; and

(i)

the maintenance of international peace and security and the right of individual or collective self-defence.

(2)

In exercising their responsibilities and powers, all organs of government of Pitcairn have a duty to give effect to the partnership values.

(3)

Nothing in this section creates any legally enforceable rights or obligations.