Hague Peace Conferences
/ˈheɪɡ piːs ˈkɒnfərənsɪz/
Definitions
- (n.) International diplomatic meetings held in 1899 and 1907 aiming to promote peace and establish rules for warfare.
The Hague Peace Conferences laid foundational principles for modern international law regarding conflict resolution.
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- hague peace conferences
- hague peace conference
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Commentary
The term specifically refers to two historic conferences instrumental in developing early 20th-century norms on war and diplomacy, often cited in international law contexts.
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