i. The
protection of sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of the state
is the sole aim of foreign policy. in a world system where might is right, the
preservation of the states territorial dignity remain a matter of paramount
importance.
ii. The
promotion of world peace and global under sting in the management of issues of
international significance. It is only in an environment of peace and
orderliness tat state sand other non-state actors can go about their legitimate
businesses.
iii. The
pursuit of sound economic programmes aimed at enhancing the well being of
citizens is a major goal of both domestic and foreign policies. a state with a
weak economy cannot compete favourably with others and the poor living standard
of the citizens would remain a weak link in the chain of development.
iv. To
create the enabling environment that would facilitate the promotion of
international problems. these are common problems that could have universal
impacts on the progress and general well being of mankind. Such problems include
terrorisms drugs and narcotics, international prostitution and child
trafficking, environmental pollution, wanton and unprovoked aggression, trans-
border migration. Smuggling and piracy, human rights abuses and other
deplorable acts capable of plunging the international enragement into chaos.
v. To
support and promote the success of international organizations in carrying out
their various functions aimed at facilitating the greater well-being of the
international system. The United Nations, for instance, has attempted to play
te leviathan since 1945 although the success of the organization has been of
very specific and limited nature.
vi. Promotion
of international peace through commitment to the goals of collective security
and collective action against aggression. All nations are encouraged to team up
and work together against a particular nation or group of nations which may
constitute a threat to international peace and order.
vii. The
eradications of racism, racial discrimination. And xenophobia in all aspects of
human relationship has become a subject of global concern. The UN is in the
fore- front of this campaign. The objective here is to sensitize the conscience
of all humanity against the evil impacts of racial discrimination in all
aspects of human interaction.