Territorial Transfer
/ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl ˈtrænsfər/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal act of transferring sovereignty over a geographical area from one state or entity to another.
The treaty formalized the territorial transfer of the island to the neighboring country.
Forms
- territorial transfers
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Commentary
Territorial transfer is distinct from mere physical occupation; it involves lawful recognition of sovereignty change, often formalized by treaties.
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