The Concept of Public International Law

An extensive network of international law and dozens of international organizations make globalization possible. This book describes the sources of international law, the topics it covers, and the stakeholders involved.
Treaties and other types of agreements between countries set rules for international trade and finance, such as the GATT, promote cooperation in environmental protection, such as the Kyoto Protocol, and establish basic human rights, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Meanwhile, among many international organizations, the United Nations facilitates international diplomacy, the World Health Organization coordinates public health and international protection, and the International Labor Organization monitors and promotes workers' rights around the world.