kasutusliikmesriikide

Kasutusliikmesriikide is a term used in international law and international relations to describe the status of certain countries that are not full members of an international organization but have a special relationship with it. These countries are often referred to as "observer states" or "guest states." The term is particularly relevant in the context of the United Nations (UN), where it is used to describe countries that have a special relationship with the UN but are not full members.

The status of kasutusliikmesriikide is typically granted to countries that have a significant relationship with the UN or its member states, but do not meet the criteria for full membership. This status allows these countries to participate in certain UN activities and processes, such as voting in the General Assembly, but they do not have the same rights and obligations as full members.

The term "kasutusliikmesriikide" is derived from the Estonian language, where "kasutus" means "use" and "liikmesriik" means "member state." The term was coined to describe the unique status of these countries in the context of the UN and other international organizations.

The status of kasutusliikmesriikide is not without controversy. Some countries argue that it is unfair for them to have a special relationship with an international organization without the same rights and obligations as full members. Others argue that the status is a necessary compromise that allows countries to participate in international affairs without the full commitment of full membership.