Do International Courts Matter? International Law and Governance in a Turbulent Time

Event Date

From Tuesday 21 Apr 2026 - 05:30 PM To Tuesday 21 Apr 2026 - 07:00 PM

Venue

Yale-NUS College Hall

Organiser

National University of Singapore Faculty of Law

Practice Area

International Law

MEC segment

Training Level

General

Public CPD Points

Event Outline

International law provides frameworks for managing disputes and promoting rule-based governance. International courts clarify norms, shape state practice, and influence how governments frame contested issues, though their effectiveness ultimately depends on state compliance. Drawing on Southeast Asian cases, this lecture examines how courts shape diplomatic discourse and regional expectations, and reflects on the continuing relevance of international law amid rising geopolitical rivalry.

Event Link

NUS-38G-260254

Event Attachment

NUS-260254_EventBrochure.pdf