Watercourse Treaties
/ˈwɔːtərkɔːrs ˈtriːtiz/
Definitions
- (n.) International agreements regulating the use, management, and preservation of transboundary rivers, lakes, or streams (watercourses).
The two countries signed watercourse treaties to prevent conflicts over shared river resources.
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- watercourse treaties
- watercourse treaty
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Commentary
Watercourse treaties are critical for preventing disputes over shared water resources and ensuring equitable use.
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