Universal Postal Union Agreement
/ˌjuː.nɪˈvɜːr.səl ˈpoʊs.təl ˈjuː.njən əˈgriː.mənt/
Definitions
- (n.) An international treaty establishing rules and standards to facilitate and regulate the exchange of international postal services among member countries.
The Universal Postal Union Agreement sets uniform postal rates and procedures to ensure smooth global mail delivery.
Forms
- universal postal union agreement
- universal postal union agreements
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Commentary
Typically cited in contexts involving cross-border mail services; drafters should note its binding effect on member states to harmonize postal operations.
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