Disclaimer of Responsibility / National Sovereignties:
Member involvement in the Forum will take place in a framework of respect of the interests of all countries in the region, their governments and their peoples. With reference to the geographical target area, membership of this Forum does not imply any opinion or position with respect to sovereignty issues, nor does it jeopardizes the position of any state or international organization regarding the frontiers and legal status of marine areas or territories. Forum members’ opinions on these issues shall not be subject to debate within the Forum, nor shall these opinions be used to limit or favor members’ rights within the Forum.