Here are five features that qualify a territory as a state according to international convention: 1. Permanent Population: A state must have a stable community of people residing within its territory. There is no minimum population size required. 2. Defined Territory: A state must possess a specific geographical area with recognized boundaries, even if those boundaries are disputed. 3. Government: There must be an effective political organization capable of exercising control over the territory and its population, maintaining law and order, and providing public services. 4. Capacity to Enter into Relations with Other States: The entity must have the ability to conduct foreign policy, engage in international agreements, and interact with other sovereign states. This implies independence and recognition by other states. 5. Sovereignty: While not explicitly listed as a separate point in the Montevideo Convention, the capacity to enter into relations with other states implies sovereignty. This means the state has supreme authority within its territory and is free from external control.