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(1). The operation of INMARSAT Ship Earth Stations shall be subject to the following conditions:
(a) it shall not be prejudicial to the peace, good order and security of the Coastal State;
(b) it shall not cause harmful interference to other radio services operating within the boundaries of the Coastal State's territory;
(c) it shall give priority to distress and safety transmissions in accordance with relevant international conventions and, in particular, the Radio Regulations of the International Telecommunication Union;
(d) safeguard measures shall be taken, subject to relevant safety regulations, during the operation of INMARSAT Ship Earth Stations in an area containing the presence of explosive gases, in particular during operations relating to oil and other inflammable substances;
(e) INMARSAT Ship Earth Stations shall be subject to inspection by the authorities of the Coastal State at the latter's request, without prejudice to the navigational rights established under international law.
(2). In this Agreement, "Coastal State" means the State in whose territorial sea and ports the INMARSAT Ship Earth Station, subject to the provisions of this Agreement, is operating.