Territorial sovereignty refers to the exclusive right of a nation-state to exercise control over its territory without interference from other external actors.
Related terms
Territorial Integrity: Territorial integrity refers to maintaining the boundaries of a nation-state intact against any attempts at invasion or secession.
Border Disputes: Border disputes arise when two or more nations disagree on where their territorial boundaries lie, often leading to conflicts between them.
International Recognition: International recognition refers to other countries acknowledging and accepting another country's status as a sovereign nation-state.