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  International Organizations
International Center for Not-for-Profit Law: ICNL is an international organization whose mission is to facilitate and support the development of civil society and the freedom of association on a global basis.
International Crime Victim Survey: The International Crime Victim Survey (ICVS) is the most far-reaching programme of standardized sample surveys to look at householders’ experience with crime, policing, crime prevention and fear of crime in a large number of countries.
International Society for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect: ISPCAN is a multidisciplinary international organization that brings together a worldwide cross-section of committed professionals to work towards the prevention and treatment of child abuse, neglect and exploitation globally.
www.vaonline.org /international.html   (2506 words)

  
  List of international declarations - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This is a chronological list of international declarations, declarations of independence, declarations of war, etc.
Declaration of the Establishment of the State of Israel
Statement of the fundamental principles of modern Humanism passed unanimously by the International Humanist and Ethical Union.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/List_of_international_declarations   (524 words)

  
 Declarations for Sustainable Development
The Talloires Declaration, as it is called from the Tufts University European campus in Talloires, France, then stated in the simplest and starkest of terms: We believe that urgent actions are needed to address these fundamental problems and reverse the trends.
The Halifax Declaration expressed dismay about the continuing widespread degradation of the earth's environment, and the pervasive influence of poverty on the process, and about the unsustainable environmental practices now so widespread.
The Global Forum was an international gathering of NGOs held in conjunction with the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development in Rio.
www.iisd.org /educate/declare.htm   (673 words)

  
 WHO | Declarations
The Kingdom of Belgium declares that, for a dispute not resolved in accordance with paragraph 1 of Article 27 of the Convention, it accepts, as compulsory, ad hoc arbitration in accordance with procedures to be adopted by consensus by the Conference of the Parties.
In addition, Brazil declares it to be imperative that the Convention be an effective instrument for the international mobilization of technical and financial resources in order to help developing countries to make economic alternatives to the agricultural production of tobacco viable, as part of their national strategies for sustainable development.
The Community acts listed below are illustrative of the Community's sphere of competence in accordance with the provisions of the Treaty establishing the European Community.
www.who.int /tobacco/framework/declarations_en/en/index.html   (845 words)

  
 University of Minnesota Human Rights Library
Declaration on Principles of International Law Concerning Friendly Relations and Co-operation among States in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations, G.A. res.
Declaration on the Use of Scientific and Technological Progress in the Interests of Peace and for the Benefit of Mankind, G.A. res.
Declaration of the Principles of International Cultural Co-operation, adopted by the UNESCO General Conference at its fourteenth session, Paris, 4 november 1966, UNESCO's Standard-Setting Instruments, IV.C. Chinese
www1.umn.edu /humanrts/instree/ainstls1.htm   (4140 words)

  
 B'Tselem - International Law
The primary international human rights instruments that were adopted by the UN and achieved major status in international law are the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, of 1948, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, of 1966, and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, also of 1966.
The Universal Declaration also states that all persons have the right to social security, just conditions at work, and an adequate standard of living for the individual and his or her family.
It is important to note that the drafters of international human rights law related to situations where states are faced with an emergency or security instability, stating that, in such situations, the states may derogate from some of their obligations.
www.btselem.org /English/International_Law/Human_Rights_Law.asp   (512 words)

  
 SECURITY COUNCIL, FOLLOWING DAY-LONG DEBATE, UNDERSCORES CRITICAL ROLE OF INTERNATIONAL LAW IN FOSTERING GLOBAL ...
Judge Rosalyn Higgins, President of the International Court of Justice, said international law was that which governed relationships between States as well as those between States and international organizations.  It was the law of all, in a world often divided by politics, and the Court represented the world’s common language.
He pointed out that amnesty for international crimes was now considered unacceptable in international practice, citing the recent transfer of former Liberian President Charles Taylor to the Netherlands, to stand trial before the Special Court for Sierra Leone on charges arising from devastating civil wars in West Africa.
 International relations should be governed by the rule of law in the same way.  Today, more than ever, the Council’s legitimacy and credibility rested on the explicit commitment of the Council to operate within the framework -- and in the furtherance -- of international law.
www.un.org /News/Press/docs/2006/sc8762.doc.htm   (1077 words)

  
 The Socialist International
The Socialist International Mediterranean Committee met in Naples on 4-5 May 2007, with the participation of representatives and delegates from close to thirty parties and organisations from throughout the Mediterranean region and beyond, with a special focus on the issues of ‘Politics and Religion’ and ‘Economic Cooperation within the region’.
The Socialist International is shocked and deeply dismayed at the assassination of Pierre Gemayel, the Lebanese Minister of Industry and one of the leaders of the 14 March movement.
The Socialist International (SI) held a meeting of its Committee for the CIS and the Caucasus in Moscow on 19-20 May 2006 for an in-depth discussion on the prospects for social democracy in Russia, in the countries of the CIS and the Caucasus, building on its previous gathering in Kiev last December.
www.socialistinternational.org /main.html   (7958 words)

  
 SI Council Meeting | Buenos Aires
With the financial system "working like an international financial casino without any regulatory framework", politicians, González asserted, had to be up to the challenge of moving from localised politics to global politics, optimising the advantages and minimising the risks, since, he stated "the internationalisation of politics has not taken place".
The Socialist International could really be, he maintained, a means of global progress and an instrument of global change, with a new commitment and a new strategy on the way to act.
In this context it is incumbent on the International to contribute to the strengthening of world peace by emphasising its commitment to the leading role of the United Nations in the regulation of the world's conflicts.
www.socialistinternational.org /6Meetings/Council/BAires-Jun99/SICounBA-e.html   (3130 words)

  
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The Republic of Azerbaijan declares that it will be unable to guarantee compliance with the provisions of the Convention in its territories occupied by the Republic of Armenia until these territories are liberated from that occupation (the schematic map of the occupied territories is enclosed).
Malta declares that, in accordance with paragraph 2 of Article 32, information or evidence provided by it under this Convention may not, without its prior consent, be used or transmitted by the authorities of the requesting Party in investigations or proceedings other than those specified in the request.
Norway declares that without prior consent, information or evidence provided by it under Chapter III of the Convention, may not be used or transmitted by the authorities of the requesting Party, except to the extent that the disclosure is necessary for the investigations or proceedings described in the request.
conventions.coe.int /Treaty/Commun/ListeDeclarations.asp?NT=141&CM=8&DF=&CL=ENG&VL=1   (10676 words)

  
 Foot and Mouth Disease
Each May, during the General Session, the International Committee, composed of the Delegates of the OIE Member Countries, adopts this list by Resolution 'Recognition of the Foot and Mouth Disease Status of Member Countries'.
During the 63rd General Session, the International Committee adopted Resolutions XI and XII, ‘Establishment of a list of foot and mouth disease (FMD) free countries where vaccination is not practised’, and ‘Procedure for the recognition of the foot and mouth disease status of Member Countries’, respectively,
During the 64th General Session, the International Committee adopted Resolution XII, which asks that the Director General publish a list of the countries or zones within national territories that fulfil the criteria of one of the FMD free categories described in Chapter 2.2.10.
www.oie.int /eng/info/en_fmd.htm   (1171 words)

  
 Background on International Consensus Language and Declarations
In 1995, on the tenth anniversary of International Youth Year, the United Nations strengthened its commitment to young people by adopting an international strategy -- the World Programme of Action for Youth to the Year 2000 and Beyond.
The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action was adopted at the September 1995 Fourth World Conference on Women (FWCW) by representatives from 189 countries.
The United Nations Millennium Declaration was unanimously adopted at the conclusion of the Millennium Summit, the first General Assembly of the century and the largest-ever gathering of world leaders.
www.unfpa.org /adolescents/language/p0.htm   (649 words)

  
 NTI: Securing the Bomb: Nuclear Stockpile Declarations
The U.S. declared that it had produced 994 tons of HEU; the remaining inventory, after use as naval fuel, in nuclear weapon tests, and for other purposes, was estimated to be in the range of 750 tons in the early 1990s, of which 174 tons (23% of the total) have been declared excess.
Declarations of how much plutonium and HEU each country had outside of safeguards could be useful, but there are arguments on both sides as to whether such declarations would be desirable.
This document provides declarations of the total amounts of plutonium and HEU in Britain's military stockpile, as well as the statement that Britain had maintained a "maximum of 300" operationally available nuclear warheads under the previous government, which would now be reduced to 200.
www.nti.org /e_research/cnwm/monitoring/declarations.asp   (3836 words)

  
 Latest Press Releases   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The President of the International Court of Justice speaks at the formal ceremony marking the Tenth Anniversary of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea
To celebrate its sixtieth anniversary, the International Court of Justice has held a solemn sitting in the Peace Palace in the presence of Her Majesty the Queen of the Netherlands, the United Nations Secretary-General and the President of the United Nations General Assembly
Sixtieth anniversary of the International Court of Justice - A solemn commemorative sitting will be held on Wednesday 12 April 2006, in the Peace Palace in the presence of Her Majesty the Queen of the Netherlands, the United Nations Secretary-General and the President of the United Nations General Assembly
www.icj-cij.org /icjwww/ipresscom/iprlast.html   (1268 words)

  
 GlobaLex - A Research Guide to the Argentine Legal System
They dictate their regional legislation through local institutions and are entitled to enter into international agreements as long as they abide by the national foreign policy and do not affect the Federal government faculties or the National public credit.
The international treaties hierarchy is stated under section 31 and 27 of the National Constitution.
Moreover, the constituent declares that these conventions "do no repeal any section of the First Part of this Constitution and are to be understood as complementing the rights and guarantees recognized herein".
www.nyulawglobal.org /globalex/Argentina.htm   (4589 words)

  
 Interim Rule 2007 - Implementation of the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005; Notice of Transfers Following ...
Similarly, in the case of an export of a listed chemical that may be diverted to the clandestine manufacture of a controlled substance, DEA may disqualify the regular customer status of the transferee and suspend the shipment.
Section 1313.13, contents of import declaration, is amended by requiring the importer to provide information regarding the person or persons to whom the importer intends to transfer the chemical.
Abstract: Persons importing, exporting, and conducting international transactions with List I and List II chemicals must notify DEA of those transactions in advance of their occurrence, including information regarding the person(s) to whom the chemical will be transferred and the quantity to be transferred.
www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov /fed_regs/rules/2007/fr0409.htm   (6129 words)

  
 NYU Law, Library - Foreign & International, International Treaties
international judicial and administrative co-operation; conflict of laws for contracts, torts, maintenance obligations, status and protection of children, relations between spouses, wills and estates or trusts; jurisdiction and enforcement of foreign judgments).
Treaties and Other International Agreements: The Role of the United States Senate (2001); Treaties, Their Making and Enforcement (1904); American Diplomatic Code (1834); the Official Journal of League of Nations (1920-1940).
A list of treaties and other international agreements in force as of the first of the year (pdf file) made available by the Office of the Legal Adviser.
www.law.nyu.edu /library/foreign_intl/treaties.html   (746 words)

  
 International Human Rights Instruments   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
International Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apartheid*
Universal Declaration on the Eradication of Hunger and Malnutrition
Declaration of the Principles of International Cultural Co-operation
www.unhchr.ch /html/intlinst.htm   (1164 words)

  
 WomenWatch: Directory of UN Resources on Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
The Convention is often described as an international bill of rights for women.
Declaration on the Protection of Women and Children in Emergencies and Armed Conflicts (1974)
Although most international labour standards apply without distinction to men and women workers, there are a number of Conventions and Recommendations which refer specifically to women.
www.un.org /womenwatch/asp/user/list.asp?ParentID=1003   (332 words)

  
 au convention / list / regional_coverage / international conventions / global priorities / home - Transparency ...
International cooperation: The AU Convention also provides an international cooperation framework which has the potential to improve mutual law enforcement assistance within Africa.
Work closely with international, regional and sub regional financial organisations to eradicate corruption in development aid and cooperation programmes by defining strict regulations for eligibility and good governance of candidates within the general framework of their development policy...
Transparency International was given observer status for both the AU Convention and the UNCAC negotiations.
www.transparency.org /global_priorities/international_conventions/regional_coverage/list/au_convention   (934 words)

  
 declarations - OneLook Dictionary Search
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Declarations : THE 'LECTRIC LAW LIBRARY'S REFERENCE ROOM [home, info]
Phrases that include declarations: common policy declarations, declarations of war in the united states, list of international declarations
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 Partners in Population and Development (PPD)
Call upon the international community in particular the OECD countries and the international finance institutions, to place population and reproductive health issues high on the international agenda to enable the smooth implementation of the ICPD/ PoA and the ultimate attainment of the MDGs.
Urge developed countries to increase their Official Development Assistance (ODA) as per the international agreement, which is 0.7% of GNP of OECD countries and generate US$200 billion, an amount that will be more than enough to close the financial gap preventing countries from meeting the goals set out at the ICPD and the Millennium Summit.
We strongly believe that the implementation of the Yangtze Declaration will help in accelerating the attainment of the ICPD and MDGs especially in developing countries and the least developed countries.
www.south-south-ppd.org /bmeetings/np_declarations_wuhan04en.asp   (932 words)

  
 United Nations Year of Dialogue among Civilizations- Seton Hall University School of Diplomacy and International ...
Noting that the Universal Declaration of Human Rights affirms the principle of the inadmissibility of discrimination and proclaims that all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights and that everyone is entitled to all the rights and freedoms set forth therein, without distinction of any kind, including distinction based on sex,
The experts shall be elected by States Parties from among their nationals and shall serve in their personal capacity, consideration being given to equitable geographical distribution and to the representation of the different forms of civilization as well as the principal legal systems.
If within six months from the date of the request for arbitration the parties are unable to agree on the organization of the arbitration, any one of those parties may refer the dispute to the International Court of Justice by request in conformity with the Statute of the Court.
diplomacy.shu.edu /dialogue/declarations/women.htm   (3717 words)

  
 Publications - FAO Legal Office Legislatives Studies
Extracts from international and regional instruments and declarations, and other authoritative texts addressing the right to food, 1999 (E F S) 68
Systematic index of international water resources treaties, declarations, acts and cases, by basin.
Systematic index of international water resources treaties, declarations, acts and cases by basin, Vol.
www.fao.org /legal/legstud/list-e.htm   (1085 words)

  
 Invasive Species: Laws and Regulations
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed ruling in the Federal Register to list Silver Carp as an Injurious Wildlife Species under the Lacey Act: Sep 5, 2006, the Federal Register had a proposed ruling from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to list the silver carp as an injurious wildlife species under the Lacey Act.
Lists laws and regulations relating to invasive species for each state, as well as links to other sites with state legal information.
Describes international guidelines, agreements, treaties, and legal organizations on the global and regional level.
www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov /laws/main.shtml   (244 words)

  
 ABA International - Policy
Below is a list of international policies adopted by the ABA House of Delegates.
Urges the adoption by states and territories of a uniform law that would permit unsworn declarations under penalty of perjury to be executed by persons located outside the United States in lieu of affidavits, verifications, or other sworn documents, as is currently the federal practice under 28 U.S.C. §1746.
Oppose the unilateral denunciation by the U.S., implicit in the Burke-Hartke Bill, of certain treaty obligations of the U.S., express doubt that the Bill is the appropriate method to revise other international obligations of the U.S. Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties.
www.abanet.org /intlaw/leadership/policy/misc.html   (483 words)

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