International legal questions

In 2008, the International Law Commission continued to examine topics relating to the progressive development and codification of international law. It adopted draft articles on the law of transboundary aquifers, and provisionally adopted draft articles on the effects of armed conflicts on treaties. It adopted draft guidelines on reservations to treaties, and provisionally adopted eight draft articles on invocation of the international responsibility of an international organization. It established a Working Group to consider issues relating to the expulsion of aliens, and held debates on the protection of persons in the event of disasters, issues relating to the immunity of State officials from foreign criminal jurisdiction, and aspects of the obligation to extradite or prosecute.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

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