👉 Non-annexation is a legal concept in international law that refers to the principle of not allowing a state to annex another state's territory, such as an island or part of a country. This means that any land or territory taken by one state must be returned to its previous owners, even if this results in loss of sovereignty for the new owner. Non-annexation is often used in international relations to justify actions that are not necessarily illegal but may result in negative consequences for the affected