"International law (also known as public international law and the law of nations) is the set of guidelines, norms, and standards usually forming the default behavior between states."
A discussion of the principles of international law, including the different sources of international law, the role of treaties and international organizations, and the resolution of international disputes.
Sources of International Law: This topic explains the various sources of international law, such as treaties, customs, and general principles, which form the foundation of international law.
History of international law: This topic involves the evolution and development of international law from ancient times to the present era.
Jurisdiction: The topic of jurisdiction covers the powers of states to exercise authority over individuals or other states.
Statehood: This topic focuses on the recognition of states and their legal identity as subjects of international law.
Human rights: This topic concerns the legal protection of human rights and the role of international law in the promotion, enforcement, and protection of these rights.
International organizations and institutions: This topic introduces learners to the international organizations and institutions that work towards the maintenance of international peace and security.
International dispute resolution mechanisms: This topic deals with the variety of dispute resolution mechanisms available for states and other parties to resolve their disputes peacefully and legally.
International Criminal Law: This topic focuses on the legal framework for prosecuting international crimes, such as genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and others.
International trade law: This topic covers the legal aspects of international trade, including the regulation of cross-border trade, investment, and intellectual property rights.
Protection of the Environment: This topic concerns the efforts of states and international organizations to promote and protect the environment and sustainable development.
Transnational crimes: This topic covers the various crimes that transcend national borders, such as drug trafficking, human smuggling, and cybercrime.
Laws of war and armed conflict: This topic deals with the legal framework for international armed conflicts and the principles that govern interactions between belligerent parties during armed conflict.
The relationship between International Law and National Law: This topic deals with how international law and national law interact and affect one another.
Diplomatic and Consular Law: This topic introduces learners to the various rules, conventions, and legal precedents that regulate diplomatic and consular relations between states.
The Law of the Sea: This topic covers the various legal principles, frameworks, and conventions that govern maritime affairs, maritime dispute settlement, and the conservation and management of marine resources.
Public International Law: This type of law governs the relationship between nation-states or intergovernmental organizations.
Private International Law: It deals with cross-border transactions between individuals or entities.
International Criminal Law: It is the set of rules and regulations that govern international crimes like genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity.
International Human Rights Law: It deals with the protection of human rights and the promotion of human dignity in the international community.
International Environmental Law: This law regulates and addresses issues related to environmental protection and management on a global scale.
International Trade Law: It encompasses trade between nations, international trade agreements, tariff agreements, and import/export regulations.
International Investment Law: It governs investment flows between nations and aims to protect investors from arbitrary State actions and to provide a conducive environment for investment.
International Labour Law: This law aims at regulating working conditions, employment, and social security for workers worldwide.
International Maritime Law: This law governs navigation and shipping activities in international waters.
International Space Law: The set of laws that regulates the use and exploration of outer space by nations or private entities.
"Inter means between thus outside of territories thus absent of sovereignty, thus isn't a law at all (See: Westphalian System) and is rather a common-practice between states."
"International law differs from state-based domestic legal systems in being primarily, though not exclusively, applicable to states, rather than to individuals."
"International law operates largely through consent since there is no universally accepted authority to enforce it upon sovereign states - because it is non-territorial thus unsovereign."
"States may choose to not abide by international law, and even to breach a treaty."
"Such violations, particularly of peremptory norms, can be met with disapproval by others and in some cases coercive action ranging from diplomatic and economic sanctions to war."
"States have a long history of negotiating interstate agreements."
"An initial framework was conceptualized by the Ancient Romans."
"The sources of international law include international custom (general state practice accepted as law), treaties, and general principles of law recognized by most national legal systems."
"Although international law may also be reflected in international comity—the practices adopted by states to maintain good relations and mutual recognition—such traditions are not legally binding."
"The relationship and interaction between a national legal system and international law is complex and variable."
"National law may become international law when treaties permit national jurisdiction to supranational tribunals such as the European Court of Human Rights or the International Criminal Court."
"National laws or constitutions may also provide for the implementation or integration of international legal obligations into domestic law."
"It establishes normative guidelines and a common conceptual framework for states across a broad range of domains, including war and diplomacy, economic relations, and human rights."
"International law applies across a broad range of domains, including war and diplomacy, economic relations, and human rights."
"International law is primarily, though not exclusively, applicable to states, rather than to individuals."
"International law operates largely through consent."
"Such violations, particularly of peremptory norms, can be met with disapproval by others and in some cases coercive action ranging from diplomatic and economic sanctions to war."
"With origins tracing back to antiquity."
"The idea of ius gentium has been used by various academics to establish the modern concept of international law."