Article 27 The freedom to form associations and unions on national principles, for lawful objectives and by peaceful means is guaranteed under the rules and conditions stipulated by law, provided that the fundamentals of the religion and public order are not infringed. No one can be forced to join any association or union or to continue as a member. Article 28 a. Individuals are entitled to assemble privately without a need for permission or prior notice, and no member of the security forces may attend their private meetings. b. Public meetings, demonstrations and gatherings are permitted under the rules and conditions stipulated by law, but the purposes and means of the meeting must be peaceful and must not be prejudicial to public decency. Article 29 Any individual may address the public authorities in writing over his signature. Group approaches to the authorities may only be made by statutory bodies and corporate persons. Article 30 a. Peace is the objective of the State. The safety of the nation is part of the safety of the Arab homeland as a whole, and its defence is a sacred duty of every citizen. Performance of military service is an honour for citizens and is regulated by law. b. Only the State may establish the Defence Force, National Guard, and Public Security services. Non-citizens are assigned such tasks only in case of maximum necessity and in the manner prescribed by law. c. General or partial mobilisation shall be regulated by law. 15