(k) A legally binding instrument such as a stand alone convention.

Case for an international legal standard of a binding nature on the right to development

We support the creation of a legally binding instrument that would apply to all activities and facilities relevant to the Convention.

(j) A legally binding instrument such as a framework convention, with provisions for subsequent protocols

A binding international legal regime was needed to prevent the militarization of outer space.

The European Union as a whole supports the idea of a legally binding instrument that also includes small arms and light weapons ammunition.

For that reason, it would be preferable to draw up guidelines which could be used during the negotiation of bilateral or regional arrangements, rather than drafting a universally binding legal instrument.

To that end, some delegations had endorsed the idea of elaborating a non binding declaration such an instrument could be developed more quickly than a treaty, would be a significant gesture on the part of the international community, and would help States to sort out substantive issues in preparation for the elaboration of a binding instrument.

(i) A non legally binding instrument such as an enriched and stronger version of the current international arrangement on forests

And here is something nobody is obliged to be a genius, but everybody is obliged to participate.

The most important outcome in Rio, therefore, will not be a new treaty, binding clause, or political commitment.

Throughout this process, Norway's priority has been to contribute to the elaboration of an effective, legally binding instrument in the form of a convention on human cloning.

He's bound to see his old flame.

India, therefore, ideally favours a legally binding instrument and the inclusion of ammunition and explosives within the scope of the instrument in order to tackle the issue in a comprehensive manner.

Bulgaria participated actively in the elaboration of an international, legally binding instrument based on fundamental principles for the regulation and management of safety and for the operation of nuclear installations.

The husband was then obliged to pay her maintenance.

Nobody's obliged to be a genius.

As well as the fact that he's entitled to his own opinion.

The treaty is now signed. My people are bound by it.

Don't feel obliged to keep me company.

That can be achieved if our efforts lead to an instrument which has a legally binding and comprehensive nature covering all kinds of such weapons, including their ammunition.

(a) The instrument is voluntary and non legally binding

The Declaration is in no way legally binding on China.

It is therefore bound to apply the provisions of these treaties.

You don't have to graph them.

It's better, but nobody.

You're lucky. You don't have to trust anyone.

That'd be a thing I'd be bound to stop too.

Russia has consistently advocated the commencement of negotiations in the CD and the drafting of a legally binding international instrument on the prevention of the placement of weapons in outer space.

His delegation had in the past called for the establishment of a legally binding agreement in that area which could take the form of an annex to NPT.

The latter also continued its work on the development of a legally binding instrument for the application of the prior informed consent (PIC) procedure concerning banned or severely restricted chemicals.

Obviously, devising confidence building measures in outer space activities cannot replace efforts to develop a legally binding instrument to prevent the placement of weapons in outer space.

Non legally binding instrument on all types of forests

Though undemarcated, this line is binding upon both Parties.

(a) UNDP was under a contractual obligation

The High Commissioner's Office needed to be more proactive in developing a legally binding instrument on the right to development, which was central to the new approach for the protection of human rights.

Discussion among States parties on ways and means to strengthen the BWC is also ongoing and the issue of a legally binding protocol is still on the table.

As Chairman in Office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), I call for the elaboration of a binding framework for permanent cooperation between the United Nations and that important regional organization as soon as possible.

The commitment made in 1995 for further steps on security assurances, including an internationally legally binding instrument, remained unfulfilled.

While it had been agreed that a new binding legal instrument should be elaborated, the precise elements to be included in that instrument were still a matter of debate.

Although the Governor is obliged to consult with the Executive Council regarding actions to be taken in these areas, he is not required to follow the advice given.

Thus, there was no binding agreement not to arbitrate.

The world community is morally obligated to respond with generosity to the plight of Afghanistan.

The Convention also contains a comprehensive and binding system of dispute settlement.

Simonds, supra note 113, at 195 (citing a non binding resolution, a non binding declaration and the Convention on the High Seas, arts.