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... 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. ...
... 1. The moon and its natural resources are the common heritage of mankind, which finds
its expression in the provisions of this Agreement, in particular in paragraph 5 of this
article. ...