LAWS1023/LAWS5005 Public International Law - Comprehensive Course Notes

Description

Comprehensive notes covering all the topics in the course. Each topic opens with a contextual overview, works through doctrine systematically with cases cited by full name and key principle, and closes with an exam focused note on how to structure an answer. Statutory and treaty provisions are bolded inline throughout. Topics covered: 1. Nature, Scope and History of PIL 2. The United Nations 3. Sources of PIL 4. Law of Treaties 5. International Legal Personality 6. Statehood, Recognition and Self-Determination 7. Title to Territory 8. International Law and Domestic Law 9. Jurisdiction 10. State Immunity 11. Diplomatic Immunity 12. State Responsibility 13. Treatment of Aliens and Diplomatic Protection 14. Use of Force 15. Peaceful Settlement of International Disputes