CONSTIFPP.DOC 524 2. 3. 2/7/01 10:40 PM N.C. J. INT’L L. & COM. REG. [Vol 24 be determined by law. Eritrea shall have a National Anthem and a Coat of Arms reflecting the history and the aspiration of its people. The details of the National Anthem and the Coat of Arms shall be determined by law. The equality of all Eritrean languages is guaranteed. Article 5 - Gender Reference Without consideration to the wording of any provision in this Constitution with reference to gender, all of its articles shall apply equally to both genders. CHAPTER II: NATIONAL OBJECTIVES AND DIRECTIVE PRINCIPLES Article 6 - National Unity and Stability 1. 2. 3. As the people and government strive to establish a united and advanced country within the context of the diversity of Eritrea, they shall be guided by the basic principle “unity in diversity.” The State shall, through participation of all citizens, ensure national stability and development by encouraging democratic dialogue and national consensus; and by laying a firm political, cultural and moral foundation of national unity and social harmony. The State shall ensure peaceful and stable conditions by establishing appropriate participatory institutions that guarantee and hasten equitable economic and social progress. Article 7 - Democratic Principles 1. 2. 3. It is a fundamental principle of the State of Eritrea to guarantee its citizens broad and active participation in all political, economic, social and cultural life of the country. Any act that violates the human rights of women or limits or otherwise thwarts their role and participation is prohibited. There shall be established appropriate institutions to