" In a world without a global legislature, international courts, particularly the International Court of Justice, are increasingly shaping the evolution of international law. But how do they identify rules of Customary International Law (CIL) without clear evidence of widespread state practice or legal obligation?
This groundbreaking book explores the powerful yet often overlooked role of judicial notice in this process. By examining key decisions and practices, it reveals how courts rely on conventions, UN resolutions, prior jurisprudence, and analogous laws to declare the existence of customary rules.
Engaging and insightful, this work offers a fresh perspective on how unwritten international norms are formed, not just by States, but by judges. A must-read for scholars, practitioners, and students of international law".
