Neutrality (international relations)

A neutral country is one that chooses not to take part in a War between other countries in international relations.^[1] International law allows a country to remain neutral during a period of war between two or more states.^[1] When a country declares it is neutral, it cannot allow any part of its territory to become a base for one side.^[1] It may not construct warships, recruit soldiers or organize military expeditions on behalf of one belligerent.^[1] It is also called "armed neutrality" when declaring itself neutral during a war.^[2] This is not the same as "neutralization", or permanent neutrality.^[2] A neutral country is also different from the neutrality claimed by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or United Nations peacekeeping groups.^[2]

1. ↑ ^{1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3} "Neutrality". The Free Dictionary. Farlex. Retrieved 7 October 2016.
2. ↑ ^{2.0 2.1 2.2} Elizabeth Chadwick (27 March 2004). "Neutrality". Oxford Bibliographies. Oxford University Press. Retrieved 7 October 2016.