Sovereignity

Sovereignty is the authority of a state to govern itself without external interference. It encompasses the power to create and enforce laws, regulate domestic affairs, conduct foreign policy, and control resources within its territory. Sovereignty is rooted in the principles of independence and equality among states in the international system, as recognized under international law.

This concept is fundamental to the modern state system, but it also evolves in response to global interdependence, where states may voluntarily limit aspects of their sovereignty through agreements or membership in organizations like the European Union or United Nations.