This book develops a new theory of territorialism and international legal status of territories. It (i) defines the concept of territory, explaining how territories are created; (ii) redefines the concept of statehood, illustrating that statehood (rather than the statehood criteria) is territorial legal status established in the formal sources of international law; and (iii) grounds non-state territorial entities in the sources of international law to explain their international legal status. This fresh new theoretical perspective has both scholarly and practical importance, providing a tool helping decision-makers and judges in the practical application of international law both internationally and domestically.
Original language | English |
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Publisher | Hart Publishing |
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Number of pages | 288 |
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ISBN (Electronic) | 9781509959495, 9781509959501 |
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ISBN (Print) | 9781509959488 |
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Publication status | Published - 11 Jan 2024 |
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Series | Studies in International Law |
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