Concept of International Law

Importance of International Law
International law:
Defines the very existence of “states”;
Governs international agreements;
Provides rules for the establishment and operation of international organizations;
Provides the framework for diplomatic and consular relations;
Sets forth rules of the international dispute settlement;
Governs individual human rights;
Governs the law of armed conflict;
Regulates the use of the air, land, sea and other global resources, as well as the protection of the global environment; and
Sets forth rules for the operation of international trade.

Major Sources of International Law
International Treaties;
International Custom;
The general principles of law recognized by civilized nations.