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Power, Resources, and Justice: Evaluating International Courts in Settling Transboundary Natural Resource Conflicts Wijayanti, Aprilia; Fikri, Wildan Azkal; Purnomo, Didik; Kusuma, Bagus Hendradi; Sumardiana, Benny
Indonesian Journal of Environmental Law and Sustainable Development Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): July-December, 2024
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/ijel.v3i2.40216

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Transboundary natural resource disputes—ranging from water rights and mineral extraction to fishing zones—pose complex challenges to the international legal system, often threatening regional stability, economic development, and diplomatic relations. This paper evaluates the effectiveness of international courts in resolving such disputes between sovereign states, focusing on how legal principles, judicial authority, and enforcement mechanisms interact to manage conflicts over shared resources. By examining case studies from the International Court of Justice (ICJ), arbitral tribunals, and other relevant judicial bodies, the study assesses both successes and limitations in achieving equitable and sustainable outcomes. The analysis highlights key factors that influence the effectiveness of international adjudication, including the clarity of legal norms, the willingness of states to submit to jurisdiction, the availability of evidence, and the political and economic stakes involved. While international courts have demonstrated the ability to provide neutral platforms, clarify legal obligations, and shape normative expectations, enforcement challenges and state resistance often limit their practical impact. Moreover, complex scientific, environmental, and technical issues can complicate judicial decision-making, particularly in disputes over shared watercourses, fisheries, and transboundary natural resources. Despite these challenges, the paper argues that international courts play a critical role in promoting accountability, preventing escalation, and guiding cooperative resource management. The study concludes that while courts cannot guarantee compliance or resolve all conflicts, their jurisprudence significantly contributes to the development of international law, offers frameworks for negotiation, and encourages peaceful, rules-based resolution of disputes. Strengthening legal frameworks, promoting regional cooperation, and enhancing compliance mechanisms are essential to maximize the impact of judicial intervention in resource conflicts.
Co-Authors Abidah, Shofriya Qonitatin Afra, Fairuz agus pera, agus Alias, Nizamuddin Anantawikrama Tungga Atmadja,SE,Ak.,M. . Aprila Niravita, Aprila Aprima Tirsa, Aprima Arrochman, Ferry Arum, Nurreka Sekar Athaya, Raden Mas Agra Arinda Betaubun, Ance Imelda Cahya Wulandari Chevalier, Henry Dessi Aryani Diandra Preludio Ramada, Diandra Preludio Didik Purnomo, Didik Dina Nur Anggraini Ningrum Dona Febiani Dwi Fibrianto Eriyanto - Fatmawati - Febrian, Fariss Fikri, Wildan Azkal Hafidzi, Marlan Hamdi, Muhammad Faisal Hasri . Herry Koesyanto Heryanto, Diana Marlisye Hibahtillah, Muhammad Alldo Hutari ., Hutari Indah Julianto, Indah Indrayuda Indrayuda Irawan Malik Irawan, Agung Irma Cahyaningtyas, Irma Kharismawati, Alfaning Martina Kusuma, Bagus Hendradi Laskarwati, Batari Lubis, Anisa Latifah Rahman Maharani, Eva Naura Maheswari, Jovita Lituhayu Masrukhi Masrukhi Mufti Akbar, Afriansyah Muhammad Azil Maskur Muhammad, Meizano Ardhi Nagari, Cikal Gumiwang Ni Kadek Sinarwati Nugraha, Wibisono Nurrachmat Mulianto Permana, Melati Aisyah Pujiyono Pujiyono Quddus, Ati Atul Rinandari, Ummi Rita Hayati Ritiau, Ester Joytry Rizki Samuel Nainggolan Sakinah, Tri Indah Salsabila, Karina Azzahra Sasra, Adelia Dara Satya Negara, Achmad Selawati, Fitri Shamsuddin, Mohd Effindi Bin Shelomita L.T, Ruth Siboro, Yevanya Sagita Purba Simangunsong, Edward Michael Harapan Sinaga, Romauli Yohana Sugiarto . Suryansyah . Syapsan -, Syapsan Syariefudin, Iqbal Syukron Salam, Syukron Tabrani Gani Togatorop, Agracecia Ebena Tri Ifanti, Rakhma Ubaidillah Kamal Ulya, Alifia Rasydatul Waspiah - Wedhatami, Bayangsari Wibowo, Aldo Satrio widya oktavia, widya Wijayanti, Aprilia