Abstract

Since 11 September 2001, international law and the community it governs are at a crossroads. While the world appears to be besieged by terrorist threats from non-state actors such as the Al-Qaeda, there is also a substantial risk of super-power unilateralism and arrogance. Amidst these crises, South-Asia occupies a sensitive and vulnerable position. The region is also beset with ethnic, religious, and domestic political conflicts which provide substantial threats to regional peace and security. Against the backdrop of the enormous complications faced by South Asia, the present article considers the role of international and regional institutions in developing forums for establishing peace and security for the region, as well greater promotion of human rights. A particular focus is upon the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) which, it is contended, is an organisation capable of providing a suitable platform for peaceful dialogue within South-Asia.

Recommended Citation

Rehman, Javaid (2006) "Institutions of International Law and the Development of Regional Forum for Peaceful Dialogue in South Asia," Asian Journal of Comparative Law: Vol. 1 : Iss. 1, Article 16.
Available at: http://www.bepress.com/asjcl/vol1/iss1/art16