National Symbols 9 The law shall specify the national flag, national emblem, national anthem, public seal, medals, national festivals and commemorations of the State. [ CHAPTER II GUIDING PRINCIPLES AND DIRECTIVES National Economy 10 (1)The overarching aims of economic development shall be eradication of poverty, attainment of the Millennium Development Goals, guaranteeing the equitable distribution of wealth, redressing imbalances of income and achieving a decent standard of life for all citizens. (2) The State shall develop and manage the national economy in order to achieve prosperity through policies aimed at increasing production, creating an efficient and self-reliant economy and encouraging free market and prohibition of monopoly. (3) The State shall enhance regional economic integration. Environment and Natural Resources 11 (1)The people of the Sudan shall have the right to a clean and diverse environment; the State and the citizens have the duty to preserve and promote the country’s biodiversity. (2) The State shall not pursue any policy, or take or permit any action, which may adversely affect the existence of any species of animal or vegetative life, their natural or adopted habitat. (3) The State shall promote, through legislation, sustainable utilization of natural resources and best practices with respect to their management. Social Justice 12 (1) The State shall develop policies and strategies to ensure social justice among all people of the Sudan, through ensuring means of livelihood and opportunities of employment. The State shall 6

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