MS TUCKER (continuing):

decision making processes should effectively integrate both long and short-term economic, environmental, social and equity considerations

where there are threats of serious or irreversible environmental damage, lack of full scientific certainty should not be used as a reason for postponing measures to prevent environmental degradation

the global dimension of environmental impacts of actions and policies should be recognised and considered

the need to develop a strong, growing and diversified economy which can enhance the capacity for environmental protection should be recognised

the need to maintain and enhance international competitiveness in an environmentally sound manner should be recognised

cost effective and flexible policy instruments should be adopted, such as improved valuation, pricing and incentive mechanisms

decisions and actions should provide for broad community involvement on issues which affect them.