International Law (HSC SSCE Legal Studies): Flashcards
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4 requirements for statehood
4 requirements for statehood
Territory, population, government, int'l negotiation capacity
Definition of sovereignty
Definition of sovereignty
Authority to make & enforce rules for population
What international law governs
What international law governs
Relationships between states
5 sources of international law
5 sources of international law
Customs, declarations, treaties, legal decisions, writings
Opinio juris meaning
Opinio juris meaning
Belief that a practice is necessary by rule of law
Definition of a treaty
Definition of a treaty
Written international agreement between states
Are declarations legally binding?
Are declarations legally binding?
No, they clarify positions but don't impose obligations
Security Council composition
Security Council composition
5 permanent members + 10 non-permanent members
Veto power in Security Council
Veto power in Security Council
Permanent members can block resolutions with one vote
Do treaties auto-become Australian law?
Do treaties auto-become Australian law?
No, new legislation usually required