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Independence
The National Societies,
while auxiliaries in the humanitarian services of their governments and
subject to the laws of their respective countries, must always maintain
their autonomy so that they may be able at all times to act in accordance
with the principles of the Movement.
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While country A
and B are in hostility situation, and country B is suffering natural
disaster, the Red Cross in country A should provide humanitarian services
to the victims in country B. Though the government of country A may
oppose, however, based on the Independence principle, the Red
Cross personnel should continue their relief operation. |
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