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PREAMBLE     [go to this PREAMBLE]
... Considering that, in accordance with the principles proclaimed in the Charter of the United Nations, recognition of the inherent dignity and of the equal and inalienable rights of all members of the human family is the foundation of freedom, justice and peace in the world, ...
... Recognizing that, in all countries in the world, there are children living in exceptionally difficult conditions and that such children need special consideration, ...


ARTICLE-28     [go to this ARTICLE]
... 3. States Parties shall promote and encourage international cooperation in matters relating to education, in particular with a view to contributing to the elimination of ignorance and illiteracy throughout the world and facilitating access to scientific and technical knowledge and modern teaching methods. In this regard, particular account shall be taken of the needs of developing countries. ...