💬 Opinion May 13, 2026 · Ralph Regenvanu

International Climate Law Needs Teeth

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International Climate Law Needs Teeth
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An advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice last year left no doubt that states have a legal obligation to prevent significant harm to the climate system, and that a failure to do so carries legal consequences. Now, a new United Nations resolution seeks to put this ruling into practice.

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