Small States and International Law - by British Institute of International and Comparative Law & Institute of Small and Micro States (Hardcover)

About the Book

This edited volume explores the numerous and diverse ways that small States interact with, influence and are impacted by international law today.

Book Synopsis

International law can serve as both a sword and a shield for small States, including in the realisation of their rights on the international plane. While it can offer a mode of protection to small States and provide opportunities to engage with issues of global concern, international law also presents challenges and difficulties for small States in some contexts. The chapters in this edited volume explore small States' many and diverse interactions with international law in numerous contexts and fora and across a range of thematic areas and issues, including climate change, disarmament, technological development and human rights, amongst many others.

About the Author

Petra Butler is Director, the Institute of Small and Micro States and Dean of Law, University of Canterbury Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha.

Jean-Pierre Gauci is Arthur Watts Senior Fellow in Public International Law and Director of Teaching and Training, British Institute of International and Comparative Law.

Georgia Greville is Researcher in Labour Exploitation and Human Rights, British Institute of International and Comparative Law.