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International law and nationalism as two essentially related concepts

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  • Paulo DE BRITO

    (Portucalense University; Research at IJP – Instituto Jurídico Portucalense, Portugal)

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The principal aim of the present essay is to explore the relationship between international law and nationalism, whilst arguing that both concepts cannot be viewed as two separate and self-contained realities, but should rather be considered in light of their mutual interaction. The external actions of a nation are reflected internally. Similarly, its internal actions have external repercussions. In this work, such consequences are examined in a nation-state with an authoritarian structure as opposed to those found in a democratic nation-state. Additionally, the concept of nationalism is studied in its variant forms in both these contexts, leading to the premise that an aggressive and expansionist nation-state is unlikely to be guided by a constitution that places a high value on democracy and freedom. A nation which does not respect the liberties of its own nationals will undoubtedly disrespect other States and their nationals, and vice-versa. This begs the question: should international law be irresponsive and neutral in these cases?

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  • Paulo DE BRITO, 2022. "International law and nationalism as two essentially related concepts," Juridical Tribune - Review of Comparative and International Law, Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies, vol. 12(1), pages 80-88, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:asr:journl:v:12:y:2022:i:1:p:80-88
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      international law; nationalism; democracy; justice; sovereignty.;
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      • K33 - Law and Economics - - Other Substantive Areas of Law - - - International Law

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