2ND INTERANATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM

The recent proxy wars by five different nations through non-state actors in Syria has brought out the entirely new discourse in International law, there are many legal ‘grey’ areas in the contemporary international law, which are completely unaddressed by academia world. Despite of the immense importance of these issues, there has been hardly any discussion outside the normal rhetoric political opinions. The issues include the tacking the issues of IDP, privatisation of war, role of private army and security companies in armed conflict, the growth of rights and obligations of non-state actors under IHL.

Furthermore, the North-Korea’s constant threat of possible nuclear attack against U.S.A and for much worse the U.S response with nuclear attack has brought the whole another level of possible mass destruction.  In the light of this incident, the academia world has to discuss and debate the issues involved in the International Nuclear law and also there is a need to address the State responsibility and liability for nuclear attack. One-day international symposium is conducted with a purpose to create a proper platform to discuss and contribute to various unconventional subject but emerging topics like International Nuclear law, Air and Space Law and International Military law.

The sole reason for creating this international symposium is to enlighten the academic world with different perspective and presentation of theoretical and practical knowledge with respect to themes of the symposium. In the past years, there has been huge participation of academicians, lawyers, research scholars and students from various parts of the country in the international symposium. The specific sub-themes will help the participants to channelize their research work to address the emerging challenges faced by each disciplines.

Thus, following the success of its First Edition, The Indian Journal of Law & International Affairs (ISSN 2518-3257), in association with F & D Foundation and Faculty of Law, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, is organising the Second Edition of the International Symposium on ‘Contemporary International Affairs’ on 7^th April 2018.

The objective of the symposium is to provide a platform to students of various law schools and members of allied disciplines to have a qualified discussion on various themes revolving around contemporary international affairs. Through this Symposium, we aspire to generate interest of the students in International Law and its intricate dynamics. This will also act as a platform for the students to interact with other students of varied disciplines, legal luminaries and the diaspora dedicated to International Law.

DETAILS

1. The symposium will take place on 7^th April 2018, at Engineering Auditorium, Jamia Millia Islamia, in association with the ‘Faculty of Law’ and ‘F&D Foundation’.
2. Post the inauguration ceremony, there will be a panel discussion amongst eminent personalities and experts from various fields of International Law.
3. There will be six technical sessions – 3 of them before lunch, and 3 of them after lunch.
4. This symposium follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, which was attended by dignitaries such as Dr. Wael Al Battrekhi, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of the State of Palestine; H.E. Mr. Hassan Fakhri Al Issa, Iraqi Ambassador to India; and Mr. K.P. Fabian, a decorated Indian Diplomat. There were over 70 paper presentations, attended by over 200 people, including participants, delegates, dignitaries and respective resource persons.
5. Similarly, it is expected that over 200 people, including participants, delegates, volunteers, and resource persons shall attend the 2^nd Edition of the Symposium. The panel discussion is a new addition to the table, and it shall serve the purpose of enhancing the academic value of the event.
6. IJLIA would be glad to partner with any potential sponsors for the event. Further details regarding the terms of the partnership can be discussed in a follow-up meeting.

THEMES AND SUBTHEMES

For the purpose of the Symposium, the themes are listed below as indicative of relevant research areas to give prospective authors innovative prepositions about the ambit of discussion during the course of the symposium. However, the authors may draw upon issues not limited to but touching upon the same for abstract submission and paper presentation.

·         International Humanitarian Law

1. Scope of the existing international legislations in tackling the issue of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).
2. The “Shift Cold” Military Tactic vis-a-vis International Humanitarian Law.
3. International law as a tool to curb Accidental Nuclear Detonations.
4. Privatisation of War.
5. Right to Self-Determination of a State and Modern International Law.
6. Asylum and Rights of Refugees fleeing persecution.

·         Diplomacy and Extradition.

1. Changing Diplomatic policies regarding Recognition of States.
2. Diplomatic Immunity and its limitations under International Law.
3. Laws regarding extradition for grave crimes.
4. Role of Peacekeeping Operations in controlling violence in war-hit countries.
5. Cultural, Economic and Environmental Diplomacy.
6. Transboundary Crisis Management.

·         International Armed Conflicts, War, and Terrorism

1. Tackling Non-International Armed Conflict under International Law.
2. Protection of Cultural Heritage during Armed Conflict: Necessity and Ethics.
3. Role of Private Military and Security Companies in Armed Conflicts.
4. The contribution of LOAC to the humanization of International Law.
5. Law of Armed Conflict and its influence on the rules on State Responsibility in International Law.
6. The growth of rights and obligations of individuals and the Non-State armed groups under LOAC.

• Air and Space Law

1. International Law and Military use of Outer Space.
2. Commercialisation of Space activities and Regulatory challenges vis-à-vis International Space Law.
3. Moon Treaty: critical appraisal.
4. Sub-orbital Space Tourism in view Regional International Law.
5. Dispute Redressal Mechanism in Air and Space law and its Efficacy.
6. Indian policy issues and challenges in securing the Outer Space.

·         International Nuclear Law

1. Environment and Human Rights issues of Nuclear Power; State Role and Responsibility.
2. Prospects and need for Radioactive Waste Management.
3. Nuclear Deterrence, Disarmament and Non-Proliferation.
4. State of Nuclear Proliferation in a Unipolar World Order.
5. State Responsibility and Liability in Nuclear Law.
6. Radiation Protection System: Indian and International Framework.

·         International Military Law

1. Use of Military Justice to stifle Civilian Dissent.
2. The emergence of Un-manned Military Weapons.
3. Civillian control of the Military: Consequences & Effectiveness.
4. Civil and Military Justice: Where to draw the line?
5. The Military’s response to changing norms regarding race, sexuality, and gender, including the challenge of sexual assault.
6. Global Financial Crisis in light of World Military Spending.

·         International Trade & Business Law

1. Conflict on ‘Centre of Main Interest’ between two distinct nations in cross-border insolvency proceedings’.
2. The politics of compliance in the disputes in WTO.
3. International Arbitration Reforms in Asia-Pacific.
4. Incorporating and enhancing cross-border Insolvency Laws under the realm of UNCITRAL.
5. Significance of Regional Agreements on Multilateral Trade Regimes.
6. Non-Trade Concerns at WTO.

CONTACT DETAILS

For any further clarification, do write to us at symposium.ijlia@outlook.com, or contact;

Saravna Vasanta (+91 9013478664)-Convenor, Editor-in Chief , IJLIA

 Musheer Zaidi (+91 9643767947 )- Managing Editor, IJLIA