uti possidetis (Meaning)
uti possidetis ()
The basis or principle of a treaty which leaves belligerents mutually in possession of what they have acquired by their arms during the war.
A species of interdict granted to one who was in possession of an immovable thing, in order that he might be declared the legal possessor.
Synonyms & Antonyms of uti possidetis
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
FAQs About the word uti possidetis
The basis or principle of a treaty which leaves belligerents mutually in possession of what they have acquired by their arms during the war., A species of inter
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
**Uti possidetis** recognizes the existing territorial control of the belligerent parties at the outset of a conflict.
The principle of **uti possidetis** aims to maintain the territorial status quo during an ongoing war.
International law upholds **uti possidetis** as a fundamental rule for resolving boundary disputes between states.
By adhering to **uti possidetis**, armed forces are obligated to respect the pre-war territorial boundaries of their adversaries.
