The Cornell International Law Journal Forum publishes essays, blog posts, and featured online content series covering current international law issues. Born out of the Journal’s desire to establish a repository for timely transnational law thought leadership during the pandemic, the Forum features contributions from the Journal’s Online Associates and guest authors from across the globe. We welcome submissions from all who seek to add to the contemporary conversation for the benefit of the international law community. If you wish to cite one of our articles, please use “[volume #] Cornell Int’l L.J. F. [page #] (year). * * *
In 2024, the New Flemish Alliance (N-VA) and Flemish Interest (VB) secured 24 and 20 seats in the federal Chamber of Representatives, respectively, becoming the two largest parties by number of seats. Both parties have actively campaigned for increased Flemish autonomy and eventual independence, a cause which around 37% of Flemish voters support. The N-VA…
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, and gender non-conforming individuals are among the least protected groups in armed conflict. Their existing vulnerability to discrimination and violence is specifically exacerbated in the context of situations of occupation. However, there have been very few efforts to respond to these risks in the context of armed conflicts, leaving LGBTQIA+…
The rapid integration of artificial intelligence into modern warfare has sparked significant debates regarding its implications for international law, ethics, and transitional justice. This research explores the transformative role of AI-driven technologies,particularly autonomous weapons systems, in reshaping the interpretation and application of the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC), International Criminal Law (ICL), and International Human…
Legal systems as we know them are about to change with the advent of AI, and public regulation worldwide may not be ready. In my paper I critically analyze the way AI has been regulated until now, describing how – although the serious risks of certain AI applications are clear – governments and legislators across…
The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is a measure of the European Union (EU)aimed at imposing its carbon price on foreign producers of certain carbon-intensive products,with the final goal of addressing the risk of carbon leakage and contributing to the objectives of the Paris Agreement. However, it has been widely perceived by third countries as…
On February 24, 2022, President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation announced what he referred to as a “special military operation” against Ukraine. Although the Russian Federation claims that its intervention is consistent with international law, the vast majority of the international community has condemned this action as a blatant violation of the prohibition on…
Private Climate Governance (PCG) represents a paradigm shift in addressing climate change, as non-governmental entities—such as corporations, non-profits, private universities, and religious organizations—take on roles traditionally reserved for governments. By engaging in mitigation and adaptation activities, these actors extend the boundaries of private environmental governance and play an increasingly vital role in complementing state-led initiatives….
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