Mutual Defense Treaty
/ˈmjuːtʃuəl dɪˈfɛns ˈtriːti/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal agreement between two or more states committing to mutual assistance in case one is attacked or threatened.
The countries signed a mutual defense treaty to ensure collective security against external aggression.
Forms
- mutual defense treaty
- mutual defense treaties
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Commentary
Mutual defense treaties are key instruments in international relations to establish binding commitments for military support among signatories.
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