Internationaal Recht (Week 2): Define article 23 ARSIWA (Force majeure).

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Define article 23 ARSIWA (Force majeure).

Bas Dubbelman · Accepted Answer

A state may justify non-performance of an obligation in the case of the occurrence of an irresistible force or of an unforeseen event.
Be aware:
1. State may not contribute to the situation
2. Or if it has assumed the risk of the situation occurring

Internationaal Recht (Week 2)

Define article 23 ARSIWA (Force majeure).

A state may justify non-performance of an obligation in the case of the occurrence of an irresistible force or of an unforeseen event. Be aware: 1. State may not contribute to the situation 2. Or if it has assumed the risk of the situation occurring

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