+A **Member State** is a sovereign entity that has formally joined an [International Organization](/wiki/international_organization) or alliance. These states agree to abide by the organization's charter, contributing to its collective purpose and global [Governance](/wiki/governance).
+## See also
+- [Sovereignty](/wiki/sovereignty)
+- [Nation State](/wiki/nation_state)
+- [Treaty](/wiki/treaty)
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