Analysing the ICJ’s advisory opinion on Kosovo's independence: a multilateral perspective

• Authors: Qerimi Islam , Uka Albulena
• Languages of publication: EN

Abstracts

This article scrutinises the International Court of Justice’s advisory opinion on Kosovo’s independence declaration, exploring submissions from Serbia, Kosovo, and key stakeholders like the USA, United Kingdom, Russia, Germany, Spain, and France. The authors delve into legal arguments regarding Kosovo’s secession, emphasising state sovereignty versus self-determination. By dissecting the ICJ’s decision and legal principles invoked, they shed light on complex international law dynamics related to geopolitical conflicts over statehood and self-determination. By synthesising analysed perspectives, the article offers insights into the intricate legal and geopolitical dynamics surrounding Kosovo’s independence and contributes to the broader discourse on self-determination and statehood in international law. Ultimately, this research can be a valuable resource for policymakers, scholars, and practitioners interested in the questions of sovereignty, self-determination, and the application of international law in contemporary conflicts.

Keywords

EN

International Court of Justice (ICJ); Kosovo; independence; advisory opinion

• Publisher: Wydział Nauk Politycznych i Studiów Międzynarodowych, Uniwersytet Warszawski
• Journal: Przegląd Europejski
• Year: 2023
• Issue: 4(70)
• Pages: 103 - 119

Dates

published

2023

Contributors

author

Qerimi Islam

• University "Isa Boletini" Mitrovica

author

Uka Albulena

• University "Isa Boletini" Mitrovica

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