Essentials of international law : an Australian context by Math Noortmann, Pauline Collins.

Chatswood, N.S.W. : LexisNexis Australia, 2023.

1st edition

200698

International law -- Australia.

1. Introduction to public international law

2. The place of international law in the national legal order

3. Subjects of international law

4. Sources of public international law

5. Treaty law

6. Jurisdiction

7. Immunities

8. State responsibility

9. Settlement of disputes

10. The enforcement of international law

11. Peace and security

12. The law of international organisations

13. The United Nations (UN)

14. Other global international organisations

15. Regional intergovernmental organisations

16. International human rights

17. International criminal law

18. International economic law

19. International environmental law.

Essentials of International Law: An Australian Context provides a comprehensive guide to the basic rules and sources of international law. Designed as a concise and accessible reference for both students and practitioners, it offers Australia-specific examples to contextualise international law concepts for Australian readers. Key principles, cases, legislation, treaties and other international instruments are identified and explained succinctly. The book covers all the foundational topics of international law and international organisations, and also includes specific international law topics such as human rights, criminal law, economic law and environmental law. Features: Concise yet comprehensive coverage; A succinct quick reference guide; Accessible and informative; Australian-focused. - Publisher's website.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

9780409356700

xxxii, 146 pages ; 24 cm