International Law

Question 1. Throughout the year, we have heard repeatedly how states are the principal subjects and objects of international law. And yet individuals do constitute a part of the international legal order.

With reference to specific treaties, custom or cases, explain how individuals play a significant role in the international legal order either as subjects or objects of internationallaw.

Question 2. Covid-19 has and continues to pose a significant health threat to nations around the globe. Assume for this question that you are a lawyer working for the Government of Canada. Canada has ratified the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.

Limiting your analysis only to matters of international law, what advice would you give to the Government of Canada based on the ICCPR as to how best Canada may comply with the ICCPR while addressing the legitimate health threats posed by Covid-19.

Instructions on International Law Assignment

In formulating your answer, you may wish to consider issues related to restrictions on public spaces, the partial shutdown of the court system or other restrictions imposed on the citizenry to contain the spread of Covid-19.