International Tribunal
/ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəl ˈtraɪbjuːnəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A judicial body established by treaty or international agreement to adjudicate disputes between states, organizations, or individuals under international law.
The dispute was resolved by the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea.
Forms
- international tribunal
- international tribunals
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Commentary
The term specifically denotes tribunals formed by states or international entities rather than domestic courts; clarity in formation basis is important in drafting.
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