CitéÉtats
Cité-États, often translated as city-states, represent a form of political organization where a single city holds sovereignty over its surrounding territory and exerts political, economic, and cultural influence within its sphere. These entities are characterized by their independent governance, distinct legal systems, and often, a shared identity and history among their citizens. Historically, cité-États have emerged in various regions across the globe and throughout different periods, from ancient Mesopotamia and Greece to medieval Italy and the early modern Baltic.
The autonomy of a cité-État allows for direct citizen participation in governance, though the extent and nature