territory status
[/ˈterɪtɔːri ˈsteɪtəs/]
nounpl: territory statuses / territories statuses
status de território
1. The legal or political designation of a geographic area that is not fully independent but remains under the control or sovereignty of another nation
Puerto Rico maintains a territory status within the United States.
Porto Rico mantém um status de território dentro dos Estados Unidos.
2. The official standing or condition of a region regarding its degree of autonomy, self-governance, or political representation
The territory status of the island was disputed for decades.
O status de território da ilha foi disputado por décadas.
3. In international law, the classification that determines a territory's rights, responsibilities, and relationship to a sovereign state
The territory status affects the residents' citizenship and voting rights.
O status de território afeta a cidadania e direitos de voto dos residentes.
This term is particularly relevant in American political discourse, especially regarding US territories like Puerto Rico, which has held multiple referendums on its status. In Brazil, while Portuguese is the official language, the concept relates to indigenous territories and special administrative regions. The debate over territory status represents a significant geopolitical issue involving questions of colonialism, self-determination, and international law.
Related Idioms & Phrases
change in territory status
territory status referendum
appeal for territory status change
territory status determination
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