### Question
How is the term non-state actor defined?


### Answer
The term **non-state actor** is defined in *22 U.S.C. § 6402* as the following:

> a nonsovereign entity that—


(A) exercises significant political power and territorial control

#### Citation:
  - *22 U.S.C. § 6402*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 73-INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS FREEDOM**

