international treaty
Nations' binding accord
An international treaty is a formal agreement between two or more countries that creates binding obligations under international law.
Treaties cover matters ranging from trade and defense to human rights and environmental protection.
They typically require ratification by each country's government before taking effect.
The international treaty on climate change was signed by over 190 nations.
Treaties may also be called conventions, accords, or protocols depending on their scope and formality.
- UN CharterFoundational international organization treaty
- trade agreementPact governing international commerce
- binding agreementEnforceable mutual commitment
- signatureHandwritten name for verification
- accessionAttainment of high office
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A nation's internal rules
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Informal pact based on trust
memorandum of understanding · non-binding resolution · handshake deal · joint statement · verbal agreement
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Formal announcement of hostilities
armed conflict · trade war · act of war · unilateral action · military aggression
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