Peremptory Norms
/pəˈrɛmp.tər.i nɔrmz/
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- (n.) Fundamental principles of international law that are universally recognized and cannot be violated or altered by states through treaties or customary agreements.
The prohibition of genocide is a peremptory norm from which no derogation is permitted.
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- peremptory norm
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Commentary
Peremptory norms, or jus cogens, represent the highest authority in international law; they override conflicting treaties and customary practices, ensuring certain core values are universally upheld.
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