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PUBLIC INTERNATIONAL LAW Mr. Benjamin A. Cabrido Jr. Professor, USJ-R College of Law Chapter 1 GENERAL PRINCIPLES What is International Law? Traditional: That branch of public law which regulates the relations of states and of other entities which have been granted international personality. [Schwarzenberger, p.1] Modern: That law that deals with the conduct of States and international organizations, their relations with each other and, in certain circumstances, their relation with persons, natural or juridical. [American Third Restatement] Division of International Law Laws of Peace that which consists of the rules of international law on the rights and obligations of states in time of peace; Laws of War that which consists of the rules of international law on the rights and obligations of states in time of war; and Laws of Neutrality that which consists of the rules of international law on the rights and obligations of states connected with neutrality. International Law distinguished with Municipal Law Monist: No distinction since there is oneness or unity of all law; that international law cannot be comprehended without the assumption of a superior legal order from which the various systems of municipal law are, in a sense, derived by way of delegation. To the Dualist, who believes in the dichotomy of the law: Yes, there are distinctions, to wit: ML is issued by a political superior for observance by those under its authority, while IL is not imposed but adopted by states as a common rule of action; ML consists of enactments of law-making authority, while IL is derived from such sources as international customs, conventions or general principles of law; ML regulates the relations of individuals among themselves or with their own states, whereas IL applies to the relations inter se of states and other international persons; Violations of ML are redressed through local administrative and judicial processes, whereas questions of IL are resolved through state-to-state transactions ranging from peaceful methods like negotiations and arbitration to the hostile arbitrament of force like reprisals and even war; and Breaches of ML entail individual responsibility, while responsibility for infractions of IL is usually collective in the sense that it attaches to the state and not to its nationals Incorporation v. Transformation Doctrine of Incorporation: It is a universally accepted postulate that, with or without an express declaration to this effect, states admitted to the family of nations are bound by the rules prescribed by it for the regulation of international intercourse. By this doctrine, international law is binding ex proprio vigore (by its own force). Doctrine of Transformation: The generally-accepted rules of international law are not per se binding upon the state but must first be embodied in legislation enacted by the lawmaking body and so transformed into municipal law.
In the Philippines, what doctrine is being followed? The doctrine of incorporation as expressed in Sec. 2, Art. II, 1987 Constitution: The Philippines renounces war as an instrument of national policy, adopts the generally accepted principles of international law as part of the law of the land, and adheres to the policy of peace, equality, justice, freedom, cooperation and amity with all nations [underscored is the so-called incorporation clause] Kuroda v. Jalandoni, G.R. No. L-2662, March 28, 1949 Held: Petitioner argues that respondent Military Commission has no jurisdiction to try petitioner for acts committed in violation of the Hague Convention and the Geneva Convention because the Philippines is not a signatory to the first and signed the second only in 1947. It cannot be denied that the rules and regulations of the Hague and Geneva conventions from part of and are wholly based on the generally accepted principles of international law. In fact, these rules and principles were accepted by the two belligerent nations, the United States and Japan, who were signatories to the two Conventions. Such rules and principles, therefore, form part of the law of our nation even if the Philippines was not a signatory to the conventions embodying them, for our Constitution has been deliberately general and extensive in its scope and is not confined to the recognition of rules and principles of international law as contained in treaties to which our government may have been or shall be a signatory. Yamashita v. Gen. Styer, G.R. No. L-129 Held: War is not ended simply because hostilities have ceased. After cessation of armed hostilities, incidents of war may remain pending which should be disposed of as in time of war. An important incident to a conduct of war is the adoption of measures by the military command not only to repel and defeat the enemies but to seize and subject to disciplinary measures those enemies who in their attempt to thwart or impede our military effort have violated the law of war. (Ex parte Quirin, 317 U.S. 1, 63 Sup. Ct. 2) Indeed, the power to create a military commission for the trial and punishment of war criminals is an aspect of waging war. And, in the language of a writer, a military commission has jurisdiction so long as a technical state of war continues. This includes the period of an armistice, or military occupation, up to the effective date of a treaty agreement. (Cowles, Trial of War Criminals by Military Tribunals, American Bar Association Journal, June, 1944) Co Kim Chan v. Valdez Tan Keh, G.R. No. L-5, Sept. 17, 1945 On the contention that MacArthurs Proclamation issued on October 23, 1944 invalidated all judicial proceedings during the Japanese occupation, it was Held: Taking into consideration the fact that according to a well-known principle of international law, all judgments and judicial proceedings which are not of a political complexion of the de facto government during the Japanese military remained so after the
Sanctions of International Law Appeal to public opinion; Publication of correspondence; Censure by Parliamentary vote; Demand for arbitration with the odium attendant on a refusal to arbitrate; Rupture of relations; Reprisals, etc. [North Atlantic Fisheries Arbitration, Scott, Hague Court Reports (196), p. 141]
Reasons Why States Obey the Precepts of International Law Belief in the inherent reasonableness of international law and in their common conviction that its observance will redound to the welfare of the whole society of nations; Because of normal habits of obedience ingrained in the nature of man as a social being; Respect for world opinion or desire to project an agreeable public image in order to maintain goodwill and favorable regard of the rest of the family of nations; Constant and reasonable fear that violations of international law might visit upon the culprit the retaliation of other states; Moral influence of the UN and its power to employ physical force when warranted.
Enforcement of International Law Upon States in Time of Peace Channels of diplomacy between contending states or through international organizations or regional groups such as the UN, ASEAN, OAS, EU. If grievance is brought before the UN through the Security Council or the ICJ, these bodies may thereafter adopt such measures as may be necessary to compel compliance with international obligations or vindicate the wrong committed. By recourse to measure like mediation, arbitration, commissions of inquiry, rupture of diplomatic relations, retorsion or retaliation, display of force, use of force, reprisal, pacific blockade, embargo, non-intercourse. A State may treat the rules of international law as part of its municipal law. Its legislature may implement such rules by prescribing the norms for their observance and providing specific penalties for their violations. Examples: law on genocide and offense against diplomatic representatives. Enforcement of International Law in Time of War Through the war agencies of the belligerent states and by their prize courts; and By neutral states through their respective executive, legislative and judicial departments.
Neutralized v. Neutral State A neutralized state is one which by international agreement is bound to abstain from offensive hostilities and from acts which would involve such hostilities, in consideration of guarantee of its independence and integrity. Whereas, a neutral state is one which is not a party to the war. A neutralized state exists in time of peace and in time of war. Whereas, a neutral state exists only in time of war. In case of neutralized state, the status of neutrality is guaranteed by explicit agreement of a limited number of powers, accompanied by a definite sanction and a corresponding obligation on the part of the neutralized state to remain as such; Meanwhile, in the case of neutral state, there are no specific guarantees, except the general rules of international law; there are no special sanctions but only the usual sanctions furnished thereby; and there is no obligation on the part of the neutral state to maintain its attitude of neutrality. Dependent States A legal oxymoron as statehood implies idea of independence.
League of Nations Founded as a result of the Treaty of Versailles in 19191920, a peace treaty that officially ended World War I between the Allied and Associated Powers and Germany ; League lacked armed force and so dependent on the so-called Great Powers The London Declaration June 12, 1941: several members of the British Commonwealth and a number of governmentin-exile met. Declared to work together, and with other peoples, in war and in peace, toward economic and social development. Atlantic Charter & Declaration By United Nations Aug. 14, 1941 US Pres. Franklin Delano Roosevelt and UK Prime Minister Winston Churchill signed the Atlantic Charter. It expressed their hope for a peace which will afford to all nations the means of dwelling in safety within their own boundaries and which will afford assurance that all men in all lands may lead out their live in freedom from fear and want. The foregoing principle was later embodied in the Declaration by United Nations signed on Jan. 1, 1942 by 26 countries and later adhered to by 21 other countries. Moscow Declaration First step toward creating the UN; Signatories: China, USSR, UK & US; Date: Oct. 30, 1943 Recognized the necessity of establishing at the earliest practicable date a general international organization, based on the principle of the sovereign equality of all peace-loving states, and open to membership by all such states, large and small, for the maintenance of international peace and security. Dumbarton Oaks Proposals Initial blueprint of the UN prepared during the conference at Washington DC between Aug. Oct. of 1944. Participated in by the UK, USSR, US and later joined by China. Conceived the idea of forming the Security Council composed of the (5) conferees plus France as its permanent members. Yalta Conference in the Crimea February 11, 1945: Voting rules in the Security Council known as the Yalta Formula were agreed upon.
Withdrawal of Members No express provision; But according to authorities in IL, a member may withdraw if: a. The UN was revealed to be unable to maintain peace or could do so only at the expense of law and justice; b. The members rights and obligations as such were changed by a Charter amendment in which it had not concurred or which it finds itself unable to accept; or c. An amendment duly accepted by the necessary majority either in the General Assembly or in a general conference is not ratified. d. Only one instance of withdrawal: Indonesia in 1965 but resumed its seat after the overthrow of Sukarno. Six (6) Principal Organs of the UN 1. General Assembly 2. The Security Council 3. The Economic and Social Council 4. The Trusteeship Council 5. The International Court of Justice 6. The Secretariat The General Assembly Consists of all members; Each member entitled to not more than five (5) representatives with five (5) alternates;
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Regularly meets annually beginning on the 3 Tuesday of September each year or by special session called by majority of its members or at the request of the Security Council; Each member entitled to one (1) vote; Important questions are decided by 2/3 of those present and voting; All other matters, including determining whether the question is important, by majority of those present and voting. Functions of the General Assembly Deliberative making studies and recommendations on the development of IL and its codification; recommending measures for peaceful adjustment of any situation likely to impair the general welfare or friendly relations among nations. Supervisory Treating reports submitted by other organs; approving trusteeship agreements in non-strategic areas. Financial Approval of budget; apportionment of expenses among its members; and approval of financial arrangements with specialized agencies. Elective Election of non-permanent members of the Security Council; of all members of the ECOSOC. Constituent admission of members and amendment of UN charter.
The Trusteeship Council Administration of the International trusteeship system; Composed of: a) the members of the UN administering trust territories, b) the permanent members of the SC not administering trust territories; and c) other members as necessary and elected by the GA for a 3-year term . The International Court of Justice Judicial organ of the UN; All members of the UN ipso fact parties to the Statute. A non-member can become party upon approval by the GA after favorable recommendation of the SC; Court composed of fifteen (15) members [judges]. Qualifications/Restrictions in the Election of ICJ Judges Must be of high moral character; Possesses the qualifications required in their respective countries for appointment to their highest judicial offices; or Jurisconsult of recognized competence in international law; Not two judges may be nationals of the same state; In such event the more than one national of the same state obtain the required majorities, only the eldest shall be considered as elected. Term: nine (9) years subject for re-election. Staggered terms so that 1/3 of the membership at 3-yr interval. The Court to elect President and Vice-President to serve for 3 years with reelection. To remain in session at the Hague or elsewhere, except during judicial vacations; May either meet en banc or in chambers composed of 3 or more judges when dealing with cases on labor, transit and communications. Decision is by majority of the judges present; Quorum is 9 when full court is sitting. President of ICJ: Peter Tomka of Slovakia ICJ to decide contentious cases Render advisory opinions; Jurisdiction is based on the consent of the parties under the optional jurisdiction clause of the Statute (Art. 360) and comprises all cases that parties have referred to it and all matters especially provided for in the Charter or in treaties and conventions in force; Advisory opinions on legal question arising within the scope of their activities are given upon request of the GA or the Security Council and other organs of the UN when authorized by the GA.
Non-permanent members elected for 2-year term by the GA; not eligible for immediate reelection. Voting in The Security Council The Yalta Formula: Each member entitled to one (1) vote; On substantial questions (non-procedural): Affirmative vote of nine (9) members required, including all the five (5) permanent members; A permanent member may veto on any non-procedural matter to prevent its passage; On procedural questions: Affirmative vote of nine members or more; But determining whether a question is procedural or not is a non-procedural matter; Hence, any permanent member may veto on such determination or on the substantial question when raised. So-called as the double veto rule. The Economic and Social Council Composed of fifty four (54) members with one vote each; All elected by the GA; Term of three (3) years with immediate re-election; Staggered terms so as to provide for replacement or re-elections of 1/3 of the body every year. Mandates of The ECOSOC Exert efforts toward: Higher standards of living, full employment and conditions of economic and social progress and development; Solutions of international economic, social, health and related problems, and international, cultural and educational cooperation; and Universal respect for, and observance of human rights and fundamental freedoms for all without distinction as to race, sex, language or religion. Subsidiary Organs of The ECOSOC Subsidiary: Commission on the Status of Women The different Regional Economic Commissions for Europe, Asia and the Far East, and Latin America Collaborative with: International Monetary Fund; and
The Secretariat Chief administrative organ of the UN; Headed by the Secretary-General who is chosen by the GA upon recommendation of the Security Council;
Colonies & Dependencies Under IL, a colony or dependency is part and parcel of the parent state, hence no legal standing ; However, there were such entities given recognition to participate in international affairs and granted de facto status as sovereign state. Hence, when acting in such manner, colonies and dependencies are treated as international persons. Example: India when still colony of Great Britain was allowed membership in the League of Nations and signed as charter member of the UN. The Philippines also while still colony of the US. Colony a dependent political community consisting of a number of citizens of the same country who have migrated therefrom to inhabit another country. Dependency a territory distinct from the country in which the supreme sovereign power resides, but belongs rightfully to it, and subject to the laws and regulations which the sovereign may prescribe. Mandates and Trust Territories Mandates are former territorial possession of states defeated in World War I and placed under the control of the League of Nations. Many of the mandates became Trust Territories placed under the Trusteeship Council of the UN. Trust Territories those territories placed under the Trusteeship Council. Three Types of Trust Territories: a) Those held under mandate under the League of Nations, b) Those territories detached from the defeated states after World War II; and c) Those voluntarily placed under the system by the states responsible for their administration. Condominium a term used in describing a territory jointly administered by two states. Belligerent Communities That portion of the population which rises up in arms against the legitimate government of the state when such upheaval or conflict widens and aggravates. While not being conferred with all the rights of an independent state, the recognizing state concedes to the belligerent government recognized rights and imposes upon the obligations of an independent state in matters relating to the war being waged. Conditions for Recognition of Status of Belligerency Must have an organized civil government with control and supervision over the armed struggle; The conflict must be serious and widespread with the outcome uncertain; It must have occupied a substantial portion of the national territory; and It must be willing to observe the rule and customs of war.
Modes in Creating a State Revolution (e.g. U.S.) Unification (e.g., Unification of City States of Sardinia, Florence, Naples, Rome, etc. in 1870 to become the state of Italy)
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Principle of State Continuity Once its identity as an international person has been fixed and its position in the international community established, the state continues to be the same corporate person whatever changes may take place in its international operation and government. Otherwise put: The change in the government of the state, the number of its people or its area does not affect the international personality of the state unless such change in the number of people or area thereof is such as to make it impossible to maintain the staate. The Sapphire Case Facts: Louis Napoleon, as Emperor of France, filed in a California Court a civil claim for damages in connection with a collision between the French vessel Eurayale and the Sapphire. He was subsequently deposed while the case was pending. Held: The reigning sovereign represents the national sovereignty, and that sovereignty is continuous and perpetual residing in the proper successors of the sovereign for the time being. Napoleon was the owner of the Euralyle, not as individual, but as sovereign of France. On his deposition the sovereignty does not change, but merely the person in whom it resides. Extinguishment of a State Merger Dissolution Deprivation of freedom to direct its external affairs leading to partial loss of international personality; Radical impairment or actual loss in one or more of its essential elements (ex. Extermination or En masse emigration of the populace) Succession of States Rule: The change in the government of a state, the number of its people or its area does not affect its international personality, unless such change in the number of people or area is such as to make it impossible to maintain the state. The state remains as a person in international law, with all its rights and obligations. Extinguishment of a State Disappearance of one or more of the essential elements; Annexation, whether voluntary or forcible, into another state; Division into two or more states; and Incorporation into a federal union. State Succession Defined
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When recognition is extended only by third states: All consequences as enumerated are effective only as to them, i.e. the recognizing
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FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS OF STATES Right of existence and Self-Defense Right of Sovereignty and Independence Right of Equality Right of Territorial Integrity Right of Jurisdiction Right of Diplomatic Intercourse Chapter 7 RIGHT OF EXISTENCE AND SELF-DEFENSE Right of Existence and Self Defense Most important state right. Most comprehensive of the attributes of the state. All other rights are supposed to flow or derived from it. State may take such measures, including the use of force to resist any danger to its existence. Such action being the exercise of an inherent right, does not depend for its validity on the previous recognition of the state asserting it or on the consent of other states. Requisites On The Exercise of Right of Self Defense Art. 51, UN Charter: Nothing in the present Charter shall impair the inherent right of individual or collective self-defense if any armed attack occurs against a member of the UN, until the Security Council has taken the measure necessary for the maintenance for the maintenance of international peace. Right of existence and self-defense is the most comprehensive of all other rights of a state, as the latter accordingly flow from it. In the exercise of this inherent right, the state may take such measures, including the use of force, as may be necessary to counteract any danger to its existence. Limitation of the exercise of right of existence and self-defense
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The Netherlands based its claim on its exercise of sovereignty over the island since the 18 century and when the alleged cession was made on Dec. 10, 1898. Held: Discovery alone, without any subsequent act, cannot at the present time suffice to prove sovereignty over the Island. Even admitting that the Spanish title still existed as inchoate in 1898 and must be considered as included in the cession under Article III of the Treaty of Paris, an inchoate title could not prevail over the continuous and peaceful display of authority by another state for such display may prevail even over a prior, definitive title put forward by another state. The Clipperton Island Case (26 A.J.I.L. 390.1932) Facts: A French Navy Lieutenant while cruising about one-half mile off Clipperton, drew up, on board the commercial vessel LAdmiral, an act by which, conformably to the orders given him by the Minister of Maine, proclaimed and declared sovereignty over the island beginning from that date to belong in perpetuity to His Majesty the Emperor, Napoleon III, and to his heirs and successors. Thereafter, the vessel put off without leaving in the island any sign of sovereignty. The island was found to be terra nullius at that time. Mexico later claimed the territory in 1897. Held: If a territory, by virtue of the fact that it was completely uninhabited, is, from the first moment when the occupying state makes its appearance there, at the absolute and undisputed possession of that state, from that moment the taking of possession is considered accomplished and the occupation is formally completed. Dereliction A territory is lost by dereliction when the state exercising sovereignty over it: Physically withdraws from it; With the intention of abandoning it altogether. Prescription It is a derivative mode of acquisition. Transfer of sovereignty is due adverse and uninterrupted possession for sufficiently long period of time. There is no fixed rule as to the length of time needed. Cession
Loss of Territory By abandonment or dreliction By cession By subjugation By prescription By erosion By revolution By natural causes Discovery and Occupation Applicable only to terra nullius (territory not belonging to any state). Not applicable to open seas and outer space. Both are considered res communes. Requisites of Effective Discovery and Occupation The nationals of the discovering state, in its name or by its authority, must first take POSSESION of the territory through formal proclamation and the symbolic act of raising the national flag; and They must establish thereon an organization or government capable of making its laws respected (ADMINISTRATION). The Kalayaan Islands Claim Tomas Cloma, between 1947-1956, discovered the Kalayaan Islands, a 53-island group not part of the Spratlys. Subsequently, Cloma ceded his rights to the Phil government. On June 11, 1978, the Philippines formally laid claim to the island upon passage of PD 1596 based on occupation and exercise of jurisdiction. The Municipality of Kalayaan was established as part of Palawan. On May 20, 1980, the Phils. registered its claim with UN Secretariat. Its claim is justified by reason of history, indispensable need and effective occupation and control. Inchoate Title of Discovery When a state discovers a territory but does not take steps to actually administer it. In the meantime, other states are barred to set up claim of the territory. If administration is not undertaken within a reasonable time, the inchoate title of discovery is lost. The Islands of Palmas Case (2 UN Rp. Of Int. Arb. Awards, 831) Facts: The island was disputed between the US and Netherlands. The US claimed by virtue of a valid cession from Spain, which in turn had based its right on discovery and occupation.
Another derivative mode in the acquisition of territory. A territory belong to one state is transferred to the sovereignty of another by virtue of an agreement between them. It is consensual. Transfer of title effected upon the meeting of the minds of the parties. Examples of Cession:
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Summary on Jurisdiction over Rivers If traversing only in one state Exclusive to that state. The state may forbid their use by other states if it chooses to dos so or may allow their use under certain regulations that it may see fit. If flowing through two or more states Each state has jurisdiction over that portion within its boundaries. If two states have jurisdiction over opposite banks The middle of the main channel, if navigable, is the boundary; if non-navigable, the middle of the river itself. Thalweg Doctrine In the absence of a specific agreement between riparian states, the boundary line is laid on the MIDDLE OF THE MAIN NAVIGABLE CHANNEL. When the boundary river changes its course by gradual and normal process, e.g. accretion or erosion, the dividing line follows the new course. If deviation is violent and abrupt, e.g. avulsion, the boundary line shall still be on the old river bed. Unless there is agreement between riparian states, the dividing line on a bridge across the boundary river shall be on the middle of the bridge regardless of the location of the channel underneath. Bays A bay is a well-marked indentation whose penetration is in such proportion to the width of its mouth as to contain land-locked waters and constitute more than a mere curvature of the coast. An indentation shall not, however, be regarded as a bay unless its area is as large as or larger that that of a semi-circle whose diameter is a line drawn across the mouth of the indentation, or if the mouth is less than 24 NM in width. If the distance between the low-water marks of the natural entrance points of a bay exceeds 24 NM, a closing line may be drawn between these two low-water marks and the waters enclosed thereby will be considered internal waters. Exception: Historic Bays
Subjugation Also a derivate mode of acquisition. Territory of one state is conquered in the course of war and is thereafter annexed to and placed under the sovereignty of the conquering state. Conquest alone confers only an inchoate right. There must be formal act of annexation to complete the acquisition. Examples: Annexation of Abyssinia (Ethiopia) by Italy in 1935. Accretion A mode of adding to the territory of a state by natural process. By the gradual deposit of soil on the coast through the action of the water; or By human labor. Components of State Territory Terrestrial Domain Maritime and Fluvial Domain Aerial Domain Terrestrial Domain The land mass on which the people live. It may be integrate, as in the case of Iran; or Dismembered, as in the case of the US; or Partly bounded by water, like Burma; or Completely surrounded by water, like Iceland; or Consist of several islands, like the Phils. Maritime and Fluvial Domain Consists of the bodies of water within the land mass and the waters adjacent to the coasts of a state to a specified limit. Included in the maritime and fluvial domain are land-locked lakes, rivers, man-made canals, the waters in certain gulfs, bays and straits, and the territorial sea. Internal Waters Also called national or inland waters. Those found in the bodies of water within the land mass and the waters in gulfs and bays up to the point where the territorial waters begin. Rivers
Historic Bays These are bays whose waters are considered internal but which should not have that character were it not for the existence of a historic title. Examples: Bay of Cancale in France, Bay of El Arab in Egypt, Chesapeake Bay in the US, Hudson Bay in Canada and Zuyder Zee in Holland.
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Jurisdiction over foreign vessels within Maritime and Fluvial domain Foreign Public Vessels: None provided they are not engaged in private business. Foreign merchant vessel: Local state exercises full civil jurisdiction. But criminal jurisdiction may or may not be asserted based on the English or French Rule. English Rule v. French Rule in Criminal Jurisdiction English Rule: The local state assumes jurisdiction over all offenses committed on board foreign merchant vessels within its ports, except only those of a petty nature affecting the discipline of the ship. Expresses the territorial principle in criminal jurisdiction. French Rule: The flag state has jurisdiction over all offenses committed on board its merchant vessels unless such crimes are of such a grave nature as to compromise the peace of the foreign port in which it may be anchored. Expresses the nationality principle in jurisdiction. Note: The Philippines follows the English Rule. Criminal jurisdiction on board a foreign ship (Art. 27, UNCLOS) The criminal jurisdiction of the coastal State should not be exercised on board a foreign ship passing through the territorial sea to arrest any person or to conduct any investigation in connection with any crime committed on board the ship during its passage, save only in the following cases: if the consequences of the crime extend to the coastal State; if the crime is of a kind to disturb the peace of the country or the good order of the territorial sea; if the assistance of the local authorities has been requested by the master of the ship or by a diplomatic agent or consular officer of the flag State; or if such measures are necessary for the suppression of illicit traffic in narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances. The above provisions do not affect the right of the coastal State to take any steps authorized by its laws for the purpose of an arrest or investigation on board a foreign ship passing through the territorial sea after leaving internal waters. Five Principles Of Criminal Jurisdiction Territorial Principle which vests jurisdiction in the state where the offense was committed. Nationality Principle which vest jurisdiction in the sate of the offender. Protective Principle which vests jurisdiction in the state whose national interest is injure, such as counterfeiting, treason or espionage. Universality Principle which vests jurisdiction in the state which has custody of the offender like in piracy. Passive Personality Principle which vests jurisdiction in the state of the offended party.
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It is an armed violence at sea which is not a lawful act of war. It may be tried in any country where the offender may be found or into which he may be brought It is a crime against all mankind. (Pp v. Lol-lo and Saraw, 43 Phil. 19)
Aerial Jurisdiction The subjacent state has jurisdiction over the air space above it to the upward limits of the atmosphere. No foreign aircraft, civil or military, may pass through the aerial domain of a state without its consent. Five Air Freedoms Freedom to fly across foreign territory without landing Freedom to land for non-traffic purposes Freedom to put down traffic originating in the state of the aircraft Freedom to embark traffic destined to the state of the aircraft Freedom to embark traffic destined for, or to put down traffic coming from a third state. Jurisdiction Over Outer Space Like the open seas, outer space, or the region beyond the earths atmosphere is not subject to the jurisdiction of any state. Outer space and other celestial bodies are not susceptible of national appropriation. However, astronauts and their satellites and equipment, while in outer space, remain under the jurisdiction of the state that sent them. (Treaty on Principles Governing Activities of States in the Exploration and Use of Outer Space, Including the Moon and Other Celestial Bodies, 1968) Jurisdiction Over Other Territories
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Foreign Secretary His office, the Foreign Office handles the actual day-to-day conduct of foreign affairs. He is the immediate representative of the head of state and directly under his control. He makes binding declarations on behalf of his state on any matter falling within his authority, i.e. questions relating to international claims against the state. He is the head of the foreign office and has direction of all ambassadors and other diplomatic representatives of his government. Diplomatic Envoys Ambassadors or nuncios accredited to heads of state; Envoys, ministers or internuncios accredited to heads of state; and Charge daffaires accredited to ministers for foreign affairs. Note: The are classifications of heads of mission under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations in 1961. Classification important only in matters of protocol or grant of special honors. Other Membersh Of The Diplomatice Mission Diplomatic Staff composed of those engaged in diplomatic activities and accorded diplomatic rank. Administrative & Technical Staff those employed in the administrative and technical service of the mission. Service Staff those engaged in the domestic service of the mission Diplomatic Corps Composed of all diplomatic envoys accredited to the same local or receiving state. Headed by a DOYEN DU CORPS or doyen, who by tradition is usually the Papal Nuncio or the oldest ambassador, or in the absence of the ambassadors, the oldest Minister Plenipotentiary. Appointment of Envoys President appoints, sends and instructs the diplomatic and consular representatives. His prerogative to determine the assignment of the diplomatic representative cannot be questioned. [De Perio-Santos v. Macaraig, G.R. No. 94070, Apr. 10, 1992] Sending state not totally free in choosing it diplomatic representatives, especially heads of mission. Receiving state has the right to refuse to receive the representative. Process Of Agreation The informal process of avoiding rejection of diplomatic representative that may result to strained relations between the sending and receiving states.
Commencement Of Diplomatic Mission Envoy presents himself at the receiving state armed with the following papers: Lettre de creance (Letter of credence) with his name, rank and general character of his mission and request for favorable reception and full credence; Diplomatic passport authorizing his travel; Instructions which may include document of full powers (pleins pouvoirs) giving him authority to negotiate on extraordinary or special business; Cipher or Code Book for use in sending secret communication to his home country. Functions Of A Diplomatic Mission Represents the sending state in the receiving state; Protects in the receiving state the interests of the sending state and its nationals within the limits allowed by international law; Negotiates with the government of the receiving state; Ascertains, by all lawful means, the conditions and developments in the receiving state and reporting these to the sending state; and Promotes friendly relations between the sending state and the receiving state and developing their economic, cultural and scientific relations. Proper Conduct Of Diplomatic Mission Exercise utmost discretion and tack, taking consideration always the preservation of the goodwill of the sending state; Avoid interference with the internal affairs of the receiving state. Not to aid one political party at the expense of another. Not to publicly criticize the policies or acts of the receiving state or its nationals. Not to use his mission for espionage, dissemination of propaganda against the receiving state, or subversion of its government. Diplomatic Immunities & Privileges Personal inviolability Immunity from jurisdiction Inviolability of diplomatic premises Inviolability of archives Inviolability of communication Exemption from testimonial duties Exemption from taxation Other privileges Personal Inviolability Not liable to any form of arrest or detention.
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Immunity From Criminal Jurisdiction The diplomatic agent is immune from criminal jurisdiction of the receiving state. But this does not mean he is exempt from local laws; it does not give him the right to violate the laws of the receiving state. Diplomatic privilege does not import immunity from legal liability BUT ONLY EXEMPTION FROM LOCAL JURISDICTION [Dickinson v. Del Solar, 1 K.B. 376] Immunity From Civil & Administrative Jurisdiction The diplomatic agent also enjoys immunity from civil and administrative jurisdiction of the receiving state. No civil action of any kind may be brought against him, even with respect to matters relating to his private life. His properties are not subject to garnishment, seizure for debt, execution and the like. Note: The children born to a diplomatic agent while he possesses diplomatic status are regarded as born in the territory of his home state. Exceptions: A real action relating to private immovable property situated in the territory of the receiving state, unless he holds it on behalf of the sending state for the purposes of the mission; An action relating to succession in which the diplomatic agent is involved as executor, administrator, heir or legatee as a private person and not on behalf of the sending state; and An action relating to any professional or commercial activity exercised by the diplomatic agent in the receiving state outside his official functions. The diplomatic agent cannot be compelled to testify, not even by deposition before any judicial or administrative tribunal in the receiving state, without the consent of his government. But immunity does not protect a public official who commits unauthorized acts inasmuch as such are not acts of state. He may be sued for such unlawful acts in his private capacity Republic Act No. 75 Subject to the rule on reciprocity, it declares as void any writ or process issued to: the person of any ambassador or public minister of any foreign state, authorized and received by the President; or any domestic servant of any such ambassador or minister; or his goods or chattels distrained, seized or attached. Exceptions: Citizens/inhabitants of the Philippines, where the process is founded upon a debt contracted before his employment in the diplomatic service; and Domestic servants of the ambassador or minister whose names are not registered with the DFA
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Waiver of Immunities Diplomatic privileges may be waived. But the waiver cannot be made by the individual concerned SINCE IMMUNITIES ARE NOT PERSONAL TO HIM. Waiver may be made only by the government of the sending state for head of mission. In other cases, by either the government or the chief of mission. Waiver does not include execution of judgment. A separate waiver is necessary Termination Of Diplomatic Mission Death Resignation Removal Abolition of office Recall by the sending state Dismissal by the receiving state War between them Extinction of the state Chapter 13 CONSULS Nature Of Office Of Consuls They are state agents residing abroad for various purposes but mainly in the interest of COMMERCE AND NAVIGATION. Unlike diplomatic agents, they are not charged with the duty of representing their states in political matters Nor are they accredited to the state where they are supposed to discharge their functions. Consuls do not enjoy all the traditional diplomatic immunities and privileges. They are, however, entitled to SPECIAL TREATMENT under the law of nations. Historical Evolution of Consuls Dates back to 6 BC when Egyptians allowed the Greeks at Naucratis to choose from among themselves a magistrate who would apply to them the laws of their own country. They were called PROXENOI (protectors or prostrates). The practice was modified by the Romans with the appointment of their PRAETOR PEREGRINUS, who interpreted the law between the Romans and foreigners. The Visigoths, after their conquest of Rome, later established a special court that applied to foreigners their own national laws rather than the law of the territorial sovereign. On the other hand, the Chinese also created similar courts in the 8th century while the Arabs in the 9th century.
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In Re Kasenkina The US rejected the protest made by Russia against the service of writ of habeas corpus upon the latters consul at his official residence in New York for the production of a Russian schoolteacher alleged to have been detained in the premises. Note: Consular offices may be expropriated for purposes of national defense or public utility. Walthier v. Thomson, 189 F. Supp. 319 (1960) Facts: Thomson was sued for damages resulting from certain statements allegedly made by him while in the discharge of his duties. Held: A consular official is immune from suit when the acts complained of were performed in the course of his official duties. Hence, statements allegedly made to Walthier by Thomson were uttered in pursuance of the latters official functions as consular officer, then the suggestion of the ambassador of Canada should be adopted and the defendant held immune. Termination Of Consular Mission Removal Resignation Death Expiration of terms Withdrawal of the exequatur War between the receiving and sending states Note: Severance of consular relations does not necessarily terminate diplomatic relations. Chapter 14 TREATIES Treaty Defined A formal agreement, usually but not necessarily in writing, which is entered into by states or entities possessing the treaty-making capacity, for the purpose of regulating their mutual relations under the law of nations. It embraces such other compacts as: conventions, declarations, covenants, acts, concordats, etc. Under Philippine law, AN EXECUTIVE IS NOT A TREATY for purposes of requiring senate concurrence.
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Reason: Treaties of peace exacted from the vanquished belligerent should be regarded NOT AS VOLUNTARY COMPACTS ENTERED INTO AS THE PRICE OF PEACE, BUT A SENTENCE imposed by the international community upon aggressors for crimes committed against international law and the general peace. [Fenwick, 442] Contemporary principle in regard to treaty of peace: The position has now probably changed insofar as war has been prohibited by the UN Charter and the General Treaty for the Renunciation of War. The state which has resorted to war in violation of its obligations under these instruments cannot be held to apply force in a manner permitted by law. Accordingly, duress in such cases must be regarded as vitiating the treaty. [Oppenheim-Lauterpacht, Sec. 499] Subject Matter Object and subject matter must be lawful, i.e. within the commerce of nations and in conformity with international law. The Treaty of Tordesillas in 1494 is INVALID because it sought to divide between Spain and Portugal parts of Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans.
Ratification In accordance to constitutional processes of the respective parties. Non-compliance will prevent enforcement of the treaty even if already signed by the authorized negotiators. In the Phils., 2/3 of all the members of the Senate should concur in the treaty. Treaty-making Process 1. Negotiation 2. Signing of the Treaty 3. Ratification 4. Exchange of Instruments of Ratification 5. Registration 1. Negotiations Representative must be armed with credentials known as pleins pouvoirs (full powers) to be exhibited to the other negotiators at the start of the formal discussion.
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Fundamental Principles On Treaties Pacta Sunt Servanda A principle in international law which holds that treaty obligations should be discharged in good faith. Rebus Sic Stantibus A principle according to which a treaty ceases to be binding when an essential change in the circumstances in which it was concluded has occurred. The doctrine does not operate automatically. There is necessity for a formal act of rejection, usually by the head of state, with statement of the reason why compliance in no longer required. [Santos III v. Northwest, 210 SCRA 256]
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