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Journal : Global Focus

Critical Examination of International Law in Western Dominance and Global Justice Putra, Agung Tri
Global Focus Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Department of International Relations, Universitas Brawijaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21776/ub.jgf.2025.005.01.6

Abstract

This article critically examines whether international law functions merely as a tool of Western hegemony or possesses the potential to evolve into a more inclusive framework for global justice. While recognizing the historical power imbalances that have shaped its development, the analysis highlights international law's transformative potential as a mechanism for fostering cooperation, peace, and justice. By exploring historical context, progress, challenges, and the ethical balance in power dynamics, the article emphasizes the pivotal contributions of non-Western scholars and nations in reshaping the global legal order. It critiques the selective application of legal norms by dominant states, particularly in conflicts like Israel-Palestine and Russia-Ukraine, which exemplify enduring ethical dilemmas and systemic inequities. Advocating for a reimagined legal framework, the article underscores the importance of integrating diverse perspectives, addressing structural inequalities, and advancing fairness and inclusivity. Through this lens, international law emerges not only as a reflection of historical inequities but as a dynamic tool for achieving global justice and equity.