CONSTIFPP.DOC 526 2/7/01 10:40 PM N.C. J. INT’L L. & COM. REG. [Vol 24 technology and sports and shall create an enabling environment for individuals to work in an atmosphere of freedom and to manifest their creativity and innovation. Article 10 - Competent Justice System 1. 2. 3. 4. The justice system of Eritrea shall be independent, competent and accountable pursuant to the provisions of the Constitution and laws. Courts shall work under a judicial system that is capable of producing quick and equitable judgments and that can easily be understood by and is accessible to all the people. Judges shall be free from corruption or discrimination and, in rendering their judgment, they shall make no distinction among persons. The State shall encourage equitable out-of-court settlement of disputes through conciliation, mediation or arbitration. Article 11 - Competent Civil Service 1. 2. The Civil Service of Eritrea shall have efficient, effective and accountable administrative institutions dedicated to the service of the people. All administrative institutions shall be free from corruption, discrimination and delay in the delivery of efficient and equitable public services. Article 12 - National Defence and Security 1. 2. 3. 4. The defence and security forces of Eritrea shall owe allegiance to and obey the Constitution and the government established thereunder. The defence and security forces are an integral part of society, and shall be productive and respectful of the people. The defence and security forces shall be competent and be subject to and accountable under the law. The defence and security of Eritrea depend on the people and on their active participation. Article 13 - Foreign Policy The foreign policy of Eritrea is based on respect for state