The five guidelines which are contained in the Constitution are:
- Adopt and maintain a policy of non-alignment;
- Promote international co-operation, peace and security;
- Create and maintain just and mutually beneficial relations among nations;
- Foster respect for international law and treaty obligations;
- Encourage the settlement of international disputes by peaceful means.
- Promotion and protection of Namibian's sovereign, territorial intergrity, national security and social well-being;
- Promotion and enhancement of Namibian's prosperity through economic growth and sustainable development;
- Promotion of International peace and security, regional co-operation, especially through active support, collective initiatives and effective multilateralism;
- Promotion of Namibian's and African's standing and influence in world affairs;
- Protection of the welfare of Namibian citizen abroad; and
- The provision of professional and appropriate service to the Government and Private inistitutions and individuals with interests abroad.