The various levels of government, in all interactions between themselves and in the exercise of their legislative functions and other powers, shall observe the principles of federalism, which are: (a) Every level of government shall enjoy the confidence and support of the people;; (b) Power is given to the level of government where it is likely to be most effectively exercised;; (c) The existence and sustainability of a relationship of mutual cooperation and support between the governments of the Federal Member States, and between the governments of the Federal Member States and the Federal Government, in the spirit of national unity;; (d) Every part of the Federal Republic of Somalia shall enjoy similar levels of services and a similar level of support from the Federal Government;; (e) Fair distribution of resources;; (f) The responsibility for the raising of revenue shall be given to the level of government where it is likely to be most effectively exercised;; and (g) The resolution of disputes through dialogue and reconciliation.
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Article 50