International Organizations

International Law Aspects of the 2005 World Summit Outcome Document

On September 16, 2005, at United Nations headquarters, more than 150 Heads of State and Government adopted the 2005 World Summit Outcome document, consisting largely of a set of goals and principles for the United Nations and its members.[1] The coverage is broad, including such matters as international economic and social development, peace and collective security, human rights and the rule of law, and strengthening the United Nations. This Insight discusses only those parts of the document that relate significantly to international law.
 
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Frederic L. Kirgis
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