intergovernmental charter city
noun | in·ter·gov·ern·men·tal char·ter cit·y | \ ˌin-tər-ˌgə-vərn-ˈmen-tᵊl ˈchär-tər ˌsi-tē \
Definition:
A specially designated urban area that operates under a distinct legal and governance framework (a charter) jointly established and administered by two or more sovereign governments. An intergovernmental charter city typically involves shared jurisdiction, agreed-upon regulations, and collaborative decision-making, with the goal of fostering economic development, experimentation in governance, or international cooperation.
Example sentence:
“The proposed intergovernmental charter city would be jointly managed by neighboring countries to promote trade and regional stability.”
Related terms:
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charter city — a city with a unique legal status separate from standard national or regional laws
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condominium — a territory jointly governed by two or more sovereign powers
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special economic zone (SEZ) — a region with economic laws that differ from the rest of the country
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