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Article 6 (capacity to engage in treaties)

Article 6 states that only individuals or entities with the legal authority—like governments or authorized representatives—can enter into treaties on behalf of a country. It emphasizes that those involved must have the proper capacity and legitimacy to make binding agreements. Essentially, it ensures that treaties are negotiated and signed by parties with the legal power to do so, maintaining clarity and legitimacy in international agreements.