World Court Elects Judge Yuji Iwasawa as New President.
The International Court of Justice has elected a new president, Judge Yuji Iwasawa, to complete the term of his predecessor Nawaf Salam. As the world's top court, the ICJ plays a crucial role in resolving disputes between states and has recently made headlines with its ruling on Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories. The election of Iwasawa marks an important development for the ICJ, which has been actively engaging with global issues such as climate change.
- This appointment highlights the increasing recognition of international courts' ability to shape global governance and resolve pressing conflicts between nations.
- How will Judge Iwasawa's presidency impact the court's handling of high-stakes cases like the ongoing genocide accusations against Israel?