International Law: A DictionaryThe system of public international law has reached a major turning point in its history and is confronting serious challenges generated by a variety of developments unfolding in the structure of the international society. This Dictionary acquaints legal and other professionals, students, and interested general readers with the basic tenets of public international law, combining the features of both a brief encyclopedic dictionary and a textbook in clear, understandable language. A list of acronyms and abbreviations; a glossary of Latin phrases; a chronology that offers a historical perspective by listing major developments relating to international law throughout the centuries; a table of cases with references to entries; and a list of the 373 entries precede the main text. This Dictionary is a useful addition to both public and academic libraries, including, in particular, libraries of law schools. The format of the book allows it to be used as a reference guide for legal professionals, scholars inter |
Contents
Nature and Enforcement of International Law | 1 |
Recognition | 37 |
Tinoco Costa RicaGreat Britain 1923 293 | 53 |
MUNICIPAL COURTS | 67 |
ARBITRATION TRIBUNALS | 69 |
Adams 3 All ER 572 1970 | 78 |
The Arantzazu Mendi AC 256 1939 | 91 |
Argentine Republic v Amerada Hess 488 U S 428 1989 | 131 |
Home Frontier and Missionary Society USUK 1920 53 | 246 |
The Law of the Sea | 255 |
Iron Rhine Railway Line BelgiumNetherlands 2004 145 | 293 |
The Red Crusader Commission of Inquiry UKDenmark 1962 | 305 |
Rhine Pollution Convention NetherlandsFrance 2004 | 319 |
The Law of Treaties | 323 |
Peaceful Settlement of Disputes | 349 |
The Paquete Habana The Lola 175 U S 677 1900 18 39 42 | 365 |
Individuals Human Rights | 144 |
Amoco International Finance Corporation USIran 1988 | 145 |
US 284 U S 421 1932 88 | 159 |
Land Air Outer Space International | 201 |
AngloFrench Continental Shelf UKFrance 1977 236 282 293 | 236 |
The Use of Force | 391 |
International Humanitarian Law | 419 |
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