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(3)

The exercise of the rights provided for in paragraph (2) of

It this article carries with it special duties and responsibilities.

may therefore be subject to certain restrictions, but these shall

only be such as are provided by law and are necessary

(a)

for respect of the rights or reputations of others; or

(b)

for the protection of national security or of public order

(ordre public), or of public health or morals.

(1)

(cf. ICCPR Art. 19]

Article 17

No propaganda for war or advocacy of national, racial or religious hatred

Any propaganda for war shall be prohibited by law.

(2) Any advocacy of national, racial or religious hatred that

constitutes incitement to discrimination, hostility or violence shall

la prohibited by law.

Article 18

Right of peaceful assembly

[cf. ICCPR Art. 20]

No

The right of peaceful assembly shall be recognized.

restrictions may be placed on the exercise of this right other than

those imposed in conformity with the law and which are necessary in a

democratic society in the interests of national security or public

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