Non-Self-Governing Territory
/ˌnɒn sɛlf ˈɡʌvərnɪŋ ˈtɛrɪtəri/
Definitions
- (n.) A territory that has not attained full political independence or sovereignty as recognized by the United Nations and is subject to administrative control by a state.
The United Nations annually reviews the status of each non-self-governing territory to monitor progress toward self-determination.
Forms
- non-self-governing territory
- non-self-governing territories
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Commentary
The term is primarily used in international law and UN contexts to identify territories awaiting self-governance or independence.
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