responsible state
[rɪˈspɒnsəbəl steɪt]
noun phrasepl: responsible states
estado responsável
1. In international law, a state that is accountable for wrongful acts or omissions that violate international obligations and must provide reparations or compensation to injured parties
The responsible state must compensate the victims for the damages caused by its unlawful actions.
O estado responsável deve indenizar as vítimas pelos danos causados por suas ações ilícitas.
2. A state that demonstrates accountability, transparency, and adherence to international law and treaties
A responsible state fulfills its obligations under the United Nations Charter.
Um estado responsável cumpre suas obrigações sob a Carta das Nações Unidas.
3. A government that acts with prudence and ethical governance in domestic and foreign affairs
Citizens expect their government to be a responsible state that prioritizes public welfare.
Os cidadãos esperam que seu governo seja um estado responsável que priorize o bem-estar público.
This term is primarily used in legal, diplomatic, and academic contexts. In Brazil, it appears frequently in discussions of international law, human rights litigation, and state accountability. The concept emerged prominently in international relations following World War II and continues to be central to discussions of justice, reparations, and state obligations. The term reflects modern principles of accountability that contrast with older concepts of absolute sovereign immunity.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a state accountable for its actions
a state that answers for its conduct
bearing responsibility for wrongful acts
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