| Scientific knowledge has led to remarkable innovations that have been of great benefit to humankind.
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| Peaceful coexistence of nations is unthinkable without all-round scientific and engineering cooperation among nations.
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| Technological developments and the use of new energy sources have created the opportunity to free humankind from arduous labour.
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| Scientific and technological cooperation has always rested on the principles of equality and mutual advantage.
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| Our ability to communicate fast and easily has made life more enjoyable.
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| Today, more than ever, science and its applications are indispensable for development.
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| Progress in science makes the role of universities particularly important in the promotion and modernization of science teaching and its coordination at all levels of education.
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| The developedworld has a responsibility to enhance partnership activities in science with developing countries and countries in transition.
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| Progress in science requires various types of cooperation at and between the intergovernmental, governmental and non-governmental levels.
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| International training centres are of great value for developing international cooperation.
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