March 28, 2002
Iraq and Kuwait sealed a non-aggression agreement at the Arab summit that wound up here Thursday, the first such document since Baghdad's invasion of the emirate that triggered the 1991 Gulf War.
The following is the text of the compromise agreement which formed part of the final resolutions adopted at the close of the two-day summit in Beirut.
- "Arab leaders welcome favourably Iraq's statements concerning its respect for the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Kuwait, which will guarantee avoiding anything that could lead to a repetition of the events of 1990, and urge the adoption of policies that can guarantee (Iraqi promises) by showing goodwill and good neighbourly relations. The leaders call for the halt of (hostile) media campaigns and negative statements in order to create a positive atmosphere to reassure the two countries by respecting the principles of good neighbourliness and non-interference in internal affairs.
- "The respect of the independence, sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of Iraq.
"Iraq is urged to cooperate to find a quick and final solution to the problem of Kuwaiti prisoners and hostages and the restitution of (Kuwaiti) properties conforming to international (UN) resolutions. Kuwait is urged to cooperate on information provided by Iraq on its missing through the International Committee of the Red Cross.
- "The resumption between Iraq and the United Nations, which started in a positive and constructive atmosphere, in order to continue the implementation of Security Council resolutions, is favourably welcomed.
- "Call to lift sanctions imposed on Iraq to put an end to the suffering of the brotherly people to assure security and stability in the region.
- "Leaders have studied the threat of attacks against certain Arab countries, notably Iraq, and affirm they categorically reject a strike against Iraq and any threat against the security and territorial integrity of any Arab country, which would constitute a threat against the national security of all Arab countries."
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