soberania plena
[so.be.ra.NI.a PLE.na]
noun phrasefemininepl: soberanias plenas
full sovereignty
1. The complete and unrestricted right of a state or nation to govern itself without external interference or control
The newly independent nation fought hard to achieve full sovereignty.
A nação recém-independente lutou muito para alcançar soberania plena.
2. The absolute power of a state to exercise authority over its territory and population without limitations from external powers
International law recognizes the full sovereignty of member states.
O direito internacional reconhece a soberania plena dos estados membros.
3. In political theory, the condition where a nation-state possesses complete legal and political independence
The treaty guarantees the full sovereignty of both signatory nations.
O tratado garante a soberania plena de ambas as nações signatárias.
This term is particularly significant in Brazilian and Portuguese political discourse, especially regarding national independence, constitutional law, and international relations. It gained prominence during independence movements in Latin America and Africa and remains central to debates about national autonomy and international sovereignty.
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