*Question G1E05:
[97.115(a)(2), 97.117] What are the restrictions on messages sent to a third party in a country with which there is a Third-Party Agreement?*  

*Correct Answer is  C: They must relate to amateur radio, or remarks of a personal character, or messages relating to emergencies or disaster relief*  

### AI Response: (may contain errors)  

In the context of amateur radio, a Third-Party Agreement allows amateur radio operators in different countries to exchange messages on behalf of third parties. The correct answer to this question is based on the specific regulations governing these communications.

1. **Correct Answer Explanation:**
   - **C: They must relate to amateur radio, or remarks of a personal character, or messages relating to emergencies or disaster relief**  
     This is correct because the regulations permit third-party communications that are either related to amateur radio activities, personal in nature, or pertain to emergencies or disaster relief. These types of messages are consistent with the purpose of amateur radio, which includes facilitating communication and providing assistance during emergencies.

2. **Incorrect Answers Explanation:**
   - **A: They must relate to emergencies or disaster relief**  
     This choice is too restrictive. While messages related to emergencies or disaster relief are allowed, the regulations also permit personal messages and those related to amateur radio, not just emergency communications.
   
   - **B: They must be for other licensed amateurs**  
     This is incorrect because third-party messages can be intended for non-amateurs, as long as they meet the criteria of being personal, amateur-related, or emergency-related.
   
   - **D: The message must be limited to no longer than 1 minute in duration and the name of the third party must be recorded in the station log**  
     This is incorrect because there is no specific time limit or requirement to log the third party's name in the regulations for third-party communications under a Third-Party Agreement.

3. **Useful Rules of Thumb:**
   - Third-party messages should always adhere to the spirit and regulations of amateur radio, focusing on personal, amateur-related, or emergency communications.
   - Always verify if a Third-Party Agreement exists with the country involved before engaging in third-party communications.