Vienna Convention Article 31

Article 31 of the Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties states that when interpreting a treaty, the primary goal is to understand its meaning as a whole, considering the context, the treaty’s language, its purpose, and any relevant agreements or practices. This means interpreting the treaty reasonably and in good faith, aiming to capture what the parties intended without twisting words or ignoring important details. It emphasizes that the language used should guide understanding, but interpretations must be consistent with the treaty’s overall purpose and context.