UK International Law

Account of FCDO lawyers. Posts from legal teams in London, UKMis Brussels, UKMis Geneva, The Hague, UKMis New York and Washington.

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

Sir Simon Manley, most recently the UK's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN in Geneva joined FCDO Legal Directorate's Academic Seminar today. As one of our most esteemed and experienced diplomats, Simon delivered an insightful and inspiring keynote address

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

Today, FCDO Legal Directorate convened its biennial Academic Seminar, welcoming international law academics from across the UK. The UK is widely recognised as a global legal centre for international law and we value FCDO's partnership with our world-class academic community.

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

The Attorney General's appointment of a new cohort of expert counsel to the Public International Law panels takes effect from January 2026. Congratulations to all successful appointees. https://t.co/dojkyEj2sN

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

To mark UN Human Rights Day & 75 years of the ECHR, FCDO convened its International Law Lecture yesterday. In his insightful address, Tim Eicke KC offered a unique perspective on progress made in advancing the rule of law through human rights in Europe & the challenges ahead

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

The 24th session of @IntlCrimCourt Assembly of States Parties has now concluded. The UK delegation enjoyed the opportunity to engage with partners over the course of the week & welcomed the adoption of a budget & resolutions that will enable the ICC to continue its critical work

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

The event spotlighted the enduring impact of atrocity crimes on children and launched LAW's new report on Rohingya children and trauma. A vital call to action for justice, accountability, and child-centred rehabilitation. #ChildrenAndConflict #Rohingya.

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

At #ASP24, the UK was proud to co-sponsor the powerful side event "Children and International Crimes", hosted by @LegalActionWW.

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

At #ASP24, the UK & Spain co-hosted a side event on the ICC Prosecutor's Revised Policy on Gender-Based Crimes - expanding beyond sexual violence to include forced marriage & reproductive violence. Lessons learned & challenges discussed. #GenderJustice #ICC

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

Today at #ASP24, the UK reiterated the vital role of State Party cooperation in supporting the #ICC's mission to combat impunity

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

FCDO lawyers spoke on a panel last week at the Government Legal Profession’s annual Human Rights Conference, to discuss the latest developments from Strasbourg, including impunity for serious human rights violations & AI/emerging tech. Thank you to MoJ for the invitation

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

The event explored how justice in Syria’s transition can be shaped by and for victims - centring dignity, agency, and long-term wellbeing. Grateful to all speakers and participants for a powerful discussion on inclusive, Syrian-led justice. #ICC.

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

The UK was proud to co-sponsor together with Syria the #ASP24 side event “Towards a Transformative Justice Model for Syria”, organised by @SyriaForum and @LegalActionWW.

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

The event highlighted the need for systemic change to ensure a respectful, transparent, and accountable work environment at the #ICC - essential for delivering justice with integrity

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

At #ASP24, the UK was pleased to co-sponsor the timely side event “Workplace Culture at the ICC: Strengthening Wellbeing and Accountability” alongside others, hosted by the @fidh_en and @4GenderJustice

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

🇬🇧 was proud to co-sponsor with 🇧🇪 & 🇪🇺 the survivor-led dialogue: "Victim-centred justice begins with us" hosted by the VRWG, @fidh_en, @redress & @ngos4justice at #ASP24. Survivors from across the globe shared their lived expertise & called for a truly inclusive #ICC.

[Attorney General's Office @attorneygeneral]

Today the Attorney General Lord Hermer KC delivered the national UK statement to #ASP24 to reiterate our support of the @IntlCrimCourt.

Read the statement in full here: https://t.co/pZueEHceq6

[UK in NL 🇬🇧🇳🇱 @ukinnl]

Today, the 24th Session of the @IntlCrimCourt (ICC) Assembly of States Parties (ASP) kicks off. 🇬🇧 is participating, showing its steadfast support to the ICC & strong partnerships with The Hague’s legal institutions.

Keen to learn more about the ICC & ASP? Keep watching! 👇📽️

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

@attorneygeneral delivered the UK National Statement to #ASP24. In these challenging times, the UK stands firm with @IntlCrimCourt - respecting its independence in investigating & prosecuting the most serious crimes & urging all States Parties to support the Court’s vital mandate

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

@attorneygeneral is leading the UK delegation to the ICC’s Assembly of States Parties this week in The Hague. We look forward to reaffirming the UK’s strong commitment to the ICC and to promoting & advancing the rule of law internationally #ASP24

[UK International Law @UKintlaw]

@attorneygeneral is leading the UK delegation to the ICC’s Assembly of States Parties this week in The Hague. We look forward to reaffirming the UK’s strong commitment to the ICC & to promoting & advancing the rule of law internationally #ASP25