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Exploring the complexity of international disasters and the legal obligations of affected and neighboring states, this book by Michael Eburn delves into the concept of the Responsibility to Protect adopted by the UN. It addresses critical questions such as determining when a disaster becomes international, the implications for the affected state, and the responsibilities of the international community. Through analyzing real-world scenarios and legal frameworks, the book offers insights into the evolving landscape of international law in disaster response and protection.
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Assisting on the Return Journey: International Law and the Role of the International Community. Michael Eburn School of Law University of New England, Armidale, NSW
Background. • When is a disaster an international disaster? • What are the consequence for • The affected state; • Other states.
Background • Red Cross IDRL project. • UN adopts the ‘Responsibility to Protect’.
Three issues • When is a disaster an international disaster? • What does the responsibility to protect mean for affected States? • What does the responsibility to protect mean for other States?
When is a disaster an international disaster? • When the affected State asks? or • When the International Community decides?
What does the responsibility to protect mean for affected States? • States have the ‘primary’ responsibility. • But the international community has a legitimate interest. • A right to intervene? • A right of access?
What does the responsibility to protect mean for neighbouring States?
Conclusion • Thank you for your attention.Michael Eburn.