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When a country joins SNOMED International it gains a number of rights and obligations related to SNOMED International products, including SNOMED Clinical Terms (SNOMED CT). All Member countries

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This document uses the term "Member country" as this is considered easier to understand than the more formal term "Member territory." In most cases Members are countries or states recognized by the United Nations, but in exceptional circumstances entities that are not strictly "countries" may be permitted to join SNOMED International as Members.

also play a key role within the governance and advisory bodies of SNOMED International. Therefore, joining SNOMED International brings with it a need to learn how SNOMED International works, the roles of SNOMED International Members and practical ways to maximize the benefits of membership.

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