In 2023 the world witnessed a sustained attack on the very foundations of the international legal order.
Despite troubling 2023 events like Russia's invasion of Ukraine and Israel's actions, there are six important court cases trying to address global issues. These cases are different because they focus on problems that affect everyone, such as genocide and climate change.
University of Canterbury Law Professor Karen Scott explains how Aotearoa New Zealand has a chance to contribute and support the international legal system by getting involved in these cases, demonstrating faith in the legal order amid global challenges. Read the article here.
Disclosure statement
Karen Scott does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
