It is a common misconception that the Canadian government declared the maternity ward to be Dutch territory. That was not necessary, as Canada follows jus soli, while the Netherlands follows jus sanguinis. It was sufficient for Canada to disclaim the territory temporarily.
It is a common misconception that the Canadian government declared the maternity ward to be Dutch territory That was not necessary as Canada follows jus soli while the Netherlands follows jus sanguinis It was sufficient for Canada to disclaim the territory temporarily