
Written by an incumbent Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, this volume in the Elements of International Law series shows why a stable legal regime governing the uses and management of the oceans is such an important feature of international relations. Providing a fresh, objective, and non-argumentative approach to the discipline of international law, the Elements series is an accessible go-to source for practicing international lawyers, judges and arbitrators, government and military officers, scholars, teachers, and students. In seven incisive chapters, Judge Kittichaisaree provides a clear overview of the organization and structure of the Tribunal and explores the various dispute mechanisms and advisory opinions that lie at the heart of its jurisprudence. He further guides readers through ITLOS' intended role as the main dispute settlement mechanism for the international law of the sea. With first-hand experience and detailed analysis of the relevant instruments and prominent cases, he sheds light on the inner workings of the Tribunal, providing an accessible and invaluable resource for students and practitioners alike. The final chapter concludes by considering ITLOS' place in the settlement of future disputes in the law of the sea.
This volume investigates the structural organization, jurisdictional mechanisms, and functional role of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) within the broader framework of global maritime governance. The author, an incumbent judge of the Tribunal, utilizes his professional expertise to provide an objective analysis of the legal instruments and case law that define the institution. By examining the Tribunal's history and its application of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, the text establishes a foundational understanding of how international disputes regarding ocean management are adjudicated.
What You Will Find
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Experts and practitioners identify this work as a primary resource for understanding the practical application of maritime law through the lens of a sitting judge. Readers frequently note the clarity of the prose, which makes complex jurisdictional issues accessible to both students and legal professionals.
Page Count:
233
Publication Date:
2021-01-01
Publisher:
OUP Oxford
ISBN-10:
0192634615
ISBN-13:
9780192634610
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