Peaceful Coexistence
/ˈpiːsfʊl koʊɪɡˈzɪstəns/
Definitions
- (n.) A principle in international law and diplomacy denoting the arrangement in which states with differing political systems mutually recognize each other's sovereignty and coexist without resorting to armed conflict.
The treaty was founded on the principle of peaceful coexistence between neighboring countries.
Forms
- peaceful coexistence
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Commentary
The term is primarily used in the context of international relations and legal diplomacy to describe coexistence without hostilities despite ideological differences.
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