International Treaty
/ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəl ˈtriːti/
Definitions
- (n.) A formally concluded and ratified agreement between two or more sovereign states or international organizations that is legally binding under international law.
The Paris Agreement is an international treaty addressing climate change commitments.
- (n.) A legal instrument that establishes rights and duties for the parties across borders, subject to international enforcement mechanisms.
The Geneva Conventions are international treaties setting humanitarian standards during armed conflict.
Forms
- international treaties
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Commentary
The term typically requires formal adoption and ratification to be binding; distinctions between treaties, conventions, and protocols are often jurisdiction-specific but generally fall under the umbrella of international treaties.
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