The Treaty of Zaragoza, signed on 22 April 1529, shall be recognized as a binding agreement between the Kingdom of Spain and the Kingdom of Portugal, establishing the demarcation line between their respective territories in the Americas. The treaty shall be interpreted in accordance with the principles of international law and the mutual interests of the signatory parties. The demarcation line shall be determined by the intersection of the antimeridian of the Cape Verde Islands and the equator. This line shall serve as the boundary between the Spanish and Portuguese territories in the Pacific Ocean.
Plain language: The Treaty of Zaragoza is a peace agreement between Spain and Portugal that sets the border between their territories in the Americas. It divides the Pacific Ocean into two parts, with Spain controlling the east and Portugal controlling the west.
The Kingdom of Spain shall have sovereignty over all territories east of the demarcation line, including the eastern part of the Pacific Ocean and the islands therein. The Kingdom of Portugal shall have sovereignty over all territories west of the demarcation line, including the western part of the Pacific Ocean and the islands therein. The signatory parties shall respect each other's sovereignty and territorial integrity. Any disputes arising from the interpretation or implementation of this treaty shall be resolved through diplomatic means.
Plain language: Spain gets control of the eastern Pacific, while Portugal gets control of the western Pacific. Both countries agree to respect each other's territory and resolve any disputes peacefully.
The signatory parties agree to cooperate in the exploration and mapping of the Pacific Ocean, with the aim of promoting mutual understanding and avoiding conflicts. They shall exchange information and coordinate their efforts to ensure the safe and efficient navigation of the Pacific Ocean. The signatory parties shall also cooperate in the suppression of piracy and other illicit activities in the Pacific Ocean. This cooperation shall be carried out in accordance with the principles of international law and the provisions of this treaty.
Plain language: Spain and Portugal agree to work together to explore and map the Pacific Ocean, share information, and prevent piracy. This cooperation will help prevent conflicts and promote safe navigation.
The Treaty of Zaragoza shall be ratified by the signatory parties within six months of its signing. The ratification shall be carried out in accordance with the constitutional procedures of each signatory party. The treaty shall enter into force upon the exchange of ratification instruments between the signatory parties. The signatory parties shall notify each other of the completion of the ratification process and the entry into force of the treaty.
Plain language: The treaty needs to be approved by both Spain and Portugal within six months, and it will take effect once both countries have completed the approval process and exchanged documents.
The Treaty of Zaragoza shall be registered with the relevant authorities and deposited in the archives of the signatory parties. The signatory parties shall provide each other with certified copies of the treaty and shall ensure its widespread dissemination. The treaty shall be published in the official languages of the signatory parties and shall be made available to the public. The signatory parties shall ensure the treaty's implementation and enforcement in their respective territories.
Plain language: The treaty will be officially recorded and made public, with both countries providing copies to each other and making it available to their citizens. This will help ensure the treaty is followed and enforced.