The Declaration of the 2014 Constitution clarified and elucidated the basic principles and objectives that Egypt must adhere to in its foreign policy and which it seeks to achieve in its relations with all other states, while protecting the rights of other peoples and the freedoms which must be protected in order to achieve progress and development. These rights, principles and objectives are summarized as follows: 1. Peace based on justice. 2. Equality in all fundamental rights and freedoms. 3. The political and social progress of all peoples. 4. People’s’ right to take their own decisions independently. 5. The universal struggle against all forces of underdevelopment, domination and exploitation. 6. Human dignity and political, economic, cultural and intellectual liberation. These basic principles have become parameters of Egypt's foreign policy, which informs the position and role of Egypt in all international efforts within the framework of the African Union or international organizations. 3. Duties of individuals: Articles 27 to 29 of the African Charter include the general duties of individuals towards their families, society and the state, including respect for and observance of its other members without any discrimination, the maintenance of relations that allow for the promotion of mutual respect and tolerance, the harmonious development of the family and ensuring its cohesion and respect, the preservation of national security and the strengthening of national and social solidarity, the maintenance of national independence and safety, and the utilization of capacities and payment of taxes levied by the state. Egypt has taken the following steps to realize these public duties, as follows: 21