State Sovereignty

Definition

State sovereignty refers to the authority and power of a state to govern itself without interference from external actors. It implies that states have control over their own territory and can make decisions without being influenced by other states.

Related terms

Supranational Organizations: International organizations formed by multiple states that delegate some authority for common goals. (e.g., European Union)

Treaty: An agreement between two or more states that establishes legal obligations for them. (e.g., Paris Climate Agreement)

Devolution: The transfer of powers from central government to regional governments within a country. (e.g., Scotland having its own parliament)