COURSE CODE: INTLLAW

COURSE TITLE: Introduction to International Law

PREREQUISITE: -
TERM: 2nd Term, AY 2016-2017
INSTRUCTOR: Atty. Francis Ron C. de Guzman, JD, MCC

CLASS INFORMATION

SECTION A51 A55

SCHEDULE MW 1800-1930 TTh 1800-1930
VENUE SM 312 SM 312
CLASS BEADLE Alyssa Franchesca Antonio Richesa Kyle Carandang
09178391534 09154935768
Contact alyssa_antonio@dlsu.edu.ph richesa_carandang@dlsu.edu.ph

INSTRUCTORs CONTACT INFORMATION and CONSULTATION

Atty. Francis Ron C. de Guzman

francis.deguzman@dlsu.edu.ph
TTh (by appointment)
International Studies Department, 4F Faculty Center

COURSE DESCRIPTION

International Law has evolved from a set of simple rules governing the conduct of
nations to dynamic standards and principles observed, no longer just by states, but by
other actors as well. These actors now include international organizations, belligerent
groups and individuals, both natural and juridical. As modern day affairs become more
complex, the development of International Law as a discipline has progressed into
multifarious directions and has become more responsive to prevailing issues. Amidst these
changes, International Law has maintained a position reflective of the conditions and
 beliefs of societies within which it operates.

Traditionally, issues such as the use of force and territorial disputes have been at the
forefront of International Law. However, with globalization and developments in
international relations, issues such as human rights, the environment, trade and
investments and terrorism emerge as major concerns for international law as a discipline.

This course is neither a specialized nor thorough study of International Law. Rather, it
is a discussion of the basic principles and issues using both philosophic and practical
approaches. The course intends to impart analytical tools that can be used to understand and
respond to problems involving international law. The course will use legal principles, both
substantial and procedural as a foundation of study and recognizes the evolving relationship
of international legal orders with domestic legal practice.

APPROACH

This course will be delivered in class as a series of discussions, lectures and learning
activities. It is essential that the student reads all the required readings which are divided
into scholarly articles, book chapters and actual cases. While not required, suggested
readings should also be read to enhance learning. Teaching will be conducted primarily
using the Socratic Method, wherein the instructor will facilitate classroom discussion
through questions and answer. Periodic exams to test the progress of students will be given
and activities such as film showing, research, writing and mooting would be used to
improve learning. (see ACTIVITIES List for updated approach and additional schedule)

COURSE SCHEDULE and TOPICS

Week Inclusive Dates Topic

Week 1-2 The Nature of International Law
Week 3-5 Sources of International Law

Exam 1 (18 February 2017)

Week 6 International Law and Municipal Law
Week 7 Subjects of International Law
Week 8 Jurisdiction of States
Week 9 State Responsibility
Exam 2 (4 March 2017)
Week 10 Territory and the Law of the Sea
 Week 11 Special Topics in International Law
International Environmental
Law
International Humanitarian Law
Exam 3 (1 April 2017)
Week 12 Settlement of International Disputes

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Expected LaSallian Graduate Attributes Learning Outcome

Competent Professional
Technologically Proficient
Critical Global Citizen
Socially Responsive Christian Achiever
Acquire career relevant skills through
knowledge of basic concepts and principles of
public international law.
Accomplish research tasks through the use of
modern information and communication
technology.
Analyze problems and discuss actual cases in
public international law.
Apply classroom learning to contemporary
global issues.

ASSESSMENT

The learning outcomes will be met through the following course requirements:

Exam 1 - 25%
Exam 2 - 25%
Exam 3 OR Project - 25%
Attendance and Class Participation - 25%
TOTAL - 100%

Specific instructions for each requirement, including assessment rubrics will be

discussed in class.
CLASS POLICIES

As a matter of policy, the Student Discipline Formation Offices (SDFO) Guide is

adopted with emphasis on the rules against academic dishonesty and the rules on respect for
all members of the University community. The following
class policies are added:

1) Excuse for absences and make-up for assessments is at the discretion of the
instructor and will be decided on a case-to-case basis.

2) Grades are not subject to negotiation.

ACTIVITIES

The following activities are intended to aid in the understanding of key concepts and
substantive content of introductory international law at the same time enhance the advocacy
and communication skills of the students.

Activity Tentative Schedule

Advocacy Skills
Module 1: Reading Cases and Writing Case Briefs 20 January 2016

Advocacy Skills
Module 2: Oral Advocacy 1 Case Reporting 27 January 2016

Advocacy Skills
Module 3: Introduction to Mooting Reading, (For Confirmation)
Understanding and Researching Moot Court Materials
Advocacy Skills
Module 4: Writing Moot Court Memorials (For Confirmation)
Advocacy Skills
Module 5: Oral Advocacy 2 Court Simulation Exercises (For Confirmation)

Advocacy Skills
Module 6: Moot Court Competition (For Confirmation)

Aside from skill-building exercises, seminars and alternative classes related to Special
Topics in International Law will also be conducted to expose the students to contemporary
global issues that involve topics relevant to international law.

Activity Tentative Schedule

Special Topics in International Law
Alternative Class: International Environmental Law (For Confirmation)

Special Topics in International Law

Alternative Class: International Humanitaria Law (For Confirmation)
OUTLINE and COURSE READINGS

I. The Nature of International Law

i. Casese, A 2001, International Law, Oxford University Press, pp. 19-45

ii. Goldsmith, J and Levinson D 2009, Law for States: International
Law, Constitutional Law, Public Law, 122 Harvard L. Rev. 1791
iii. Scobbie, I 2010, Wicked Heresies or Legitimate Perspectives?
Theory and International Law, in Evans, M (ed.), International
Law, Oxford University Press

II. Sources of International Law

i. Dixon, M 2007, Textbook on International Law, Oxford University Press, pp. 23-51
ii. United Nations, Statute of the International Court of Justice, 18 April
1946

A. Customs as Source of International Law

Posner, E and Goldsmith, J 1999, A Theory of Customary

International Law, 66 University of Chicago Law Review 1113

Required Cases:

a. Case of the SS Lotus, PCIJ Ser. A. No. 10 (1927)

b. North Sea Continental Shelf Case (Germany v Denmark;
Germany v Netherlands), 1969 I.C.J. 3 (Feb 20)
c. Paquete Habana Case, 175 US 677
d. Yamashita v Styer, 75 Phil 563
Suggested Cases:

a. Fisheries Jurisdiction Case (United Kingdom v Iceland),

1974 I.C.J. 3 (July 25)
b. Nicaragua v US, 1986 I.C.J. 14 (June 27)
c. Haya de la Torre Asylum Case (Colombia v Peru), 1950 I.C.J.
Rep 266
B. Treaties

i. Malaya, JE and Mendoza-Oblena, MA 2010, Philippine Treaty Law

and Practice, 85 Phil. L. J. 505

ii. United Nations, Vienna Convention on the Law of Treaties, 23 May

1969, United Nations Treaty Series, vol. 1155, p. 331

Required Cases:

a. Bayan v Zamora, 342 SCRA 449

b. GabcikovoNagymaros Danube Dam Case (Hungary v
Slovakia), 1997 I.C.J. 7 (Sep 25)
c. Nuclear Test Case (Australia v France), 1974 I.C.J. 253 (Dec
20)
d. Reservations on the Convention on Genocide, 1951 I.C.J.
Reports (May 28)
Suggested Cases:

a. Eastern Greenland Case (Denmark v Norway), 1933 P.C.I.J.

Ser. A/B 53
b. Maritime Delimitations Case (Qatar v Bahrain), 2001 I.C.J. 50
(March 16)

C. General Principles of Law and Other Sources

Required Cases:
a. Chorzow Factory Case (Germany v Poland), 1927 P.C.I.J. Ser. A 9
b. River Meuse Case (Netherlands v Belgium), 1937 PCIJ Ser. A/B
70
Suggested Cases:

a. The Corfu Channel Case (United Kingdom v Albania), 1949 I.C.J. Rep 4
b. Filartiga v Pena-Irala, 630 F 2d 876 (1980)
c. Case Concerning the Application of the Convention on
Genocide (Bosnia and Herzegovina v Serbia and Montenegro),
2007 I.C.J. 191
 --- EXAM 1 (18 February
2017) ---

III. International Law and Municipal Law

Dixon, M 2007, Textbook on International Law, Oxford University

Press, pp. 87-109

Required Cases:
a. Barcelona Traction Case (Belgium v Spain), 1964 I.C.J. Rep. 6 (July
24)
b. Lao Ichong v Hernandez, 101 Phil 1155
c. Kuroda v Jalandoni, 83 Phil 171
Suggested Cases:

a. Exchange of Greek and Turkish Population Cases, 1925 P.C.I.J.

Ser B. 10
b. Tanada v Angara, 272 SCRA 18

IV. Subjects of International Law

i. Dixon, M 2007, Textbook on International Law, Oxford University

Press, pp. 111-141
ii. Montevideo Convention on the Rights and Duties of States, 26
December 1933, 165 LNTS 19
iii. Vazquez, CM 2005, Direct v Indirect Obligations of Corporations
under International Law, 43 Colum. Journal of Transnatl L 927

Required Cases:

a. Case Concerning the Application of the Convention on Genocide

(Bosnia and Herzegovina v Serbia and Montenegro), supra
b. The Advisory Opinion on the UN Reparations Case, 1949 I.C.J.
Rep 174
c. Tinoco Arbitration Case (Great Britain v Costa Rica), 1 UN Rep
Intl Arb. Awards 369
 Suggested Cases:

a. DFA v NLRB, G.R. No. 113191 (1996)

b. Hue Feng v People, G.R. No. 125865 (2000)
c. International Catholic Migration v Calleja, 190 SCRA 130

V. Jurisdiction of States

i. Dixon, M 2007, Textbook on International Law, Oxford University

Press, pp. 142-173

ii. United Nations, Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, 18

April 1961, 500 UNTS 95
iii. United Nations, Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, 24
April 1963, 596 UNTS 261

Required Cases:

a. Case of the SS Lotus, supra

b. Eichmann Case, 36 Intl. L. Rep. 5 (Israel, Dist. Ct. Jerusalem 1961)
c. Filartiga v Pena-Irala, supra
d. Nottebohm Case (Liechtenstein v Guatemala), 1955 I.C.J. 4 (April 6)
e. Republic of Indonesia v Vinzons, 405 SCRA 126
Suggested Cases:

a. Mejoff v Director of Prisons, 90 Phil 70

b. Nicolas v Romulo, G.R. No. 175888 (1999)
c. Secretary of Justice v Lantion, G.R. No. 139465 (2000)
d. US v Yunis, 681 F. Supp. 8961 (1988)
VI. State Responsibility
i. Shaw, M 2008, International Law, Cambridge University Press, pp.
778-843

ii. International Law Commission, Draft Articles on Responsibility of

States for Internationally Wrongful Acts, Supplement No. 10 A/56/10
(2001)

Required Cases:

a. Barcelona Traction Case, supra

b. Caire Claims Case (France v Mexico), 5 RIAA 516 (1929)
c. Case Concerning Diplomatic and Consular Staff in Tehran (US v
Iran), 1981 I.C.J. 5 (May 12)
d. Nicaragua v US, supra
e. The Rainbow Warrior Case (New Zealand v France), France-New
Zealand Arbitration Tribunal, 82 ILR 500 (1990)

Suggested Cases:

a. Chorzow Factory Case, supra

b. Corfu Channel Case, supra
c. GabcikovoNagymaros Danube Dam Case, supra
d. Trail Smelter Case (US v Canada), 3 UN RIAA 1905 (1941)
e. Vinuya v Romulo, G.R. No. 162230 (2010)

--- EXAM 2 (4 March 2017) ---

VII. Territory and Law of the Sea

i. Shaw, M 2008, International Law, Cambridge University Press, pp.

487-644

ii. Starke, JG 1966, The Acquisition of Territorial Sovereignty by

Newly Emerged States, Australian Yearbook of International Law

iii. The Convention on Civil Aviation, 7 December 1944, 15 UNTS 295

iv. The Outer Space Treaty, 27 January 1967, 610 UNTS 205

v. UN General Assembly, Convention on the Law of the Sea, 10

December 1982, 1833 UNTS 3

Required Cases:

a. Award on Jurisdiction and Admissibility (Philippines v Peoples

Republic of China), PCA Case No 2013-19 (29 October 2015)

b. In the Matter of the South China Sea Arbitration (Philippines v

Peoples Republic of China), PCA Case No 2013-19 (12 July 2016)

c. Eastern Greenland Case, supra

d. Fisheries Jurisdiction Case (United Kingdom v Iceland), supra

e. Island of Palmas Case (Netherlands v US), Perm. Ct. of

Arbitration, 2 UN Rep. Intl Arb. Awards 829 (1928)

f. Magallona v Ermita, G.R. 187167 (2011)

g. Temple of Preah Vihear Case (Cambodia v Thailand), 1962 I.C.J.

Rep 6

Suggested Cases:

b. Advisory Opinion on the Western Sahara, 1975 I.C.J. Rep 12

c. Corfu Channel Case (United Kingdom v Albania), supra
d. Frontier Dispute Case (Burkina-Faso v Mali), 1986 I.C.J. Rep 3
e. Maritime Delimitation and Territorial Questions (Qatar v
Bahrain), 1994 I.C.J. Rep 112
VIII. Special Topics in International Law

A. International Environmental Law

i. Shaw, M 2008, International Law, Cambridge University Press, pp.
844-901
ii. Stockholm Declaration (Declaration of the United Nations
Conference on the Human Environment) 1972
iii. Rio Declaration (Declaration of the United Nations Conference on
Environment and Development) 1992
iv. United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, 9 May
1992, 1771 UNTS 107
v. The Draft Paris Outcome of the 21st UNFCCC Conference of Parties

Required Cases:

a. Certain Phosphate Lands in Nauru (Nauru v Australia), 1992 ICJ

Rep 240 (26 June)
b. Gabcikovo-Nagymaros Danube Dam Case, supra
c. Oposa v Factoran, G.R. No. 101083 (1993)
d. Trail Smelter Case, supra
Suggested Cases:

a. Nuclear Test Case, supra

b. The Rainbow Warrior Case, supra

B. International Humanitarian Law

i. Bernas, J 2010, Introduction to Public International Law, Rex

Publishing, pp. 307-319

ii. Charter of the United Nations, 1 UNTS 16

Required Cases:

a. Prosecutor v Krstic, IT-98-33-A, International Criminal Tribunal for

the Former Yugoslavia
b. Prosecutor v Tadic, IT-94-1-A and IT-94-1-Abi, International
Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia
c. Yamashita v Styer, supra
 Suggested Readings:

The Geneva Conventions

a. Geneva Convention I (Amelioration of the Condition of the
Wounded and Sick in the Armed Forces in the Field), 75 UNTS 31
b. Geneva Convention II (Amelioration of the Condition of the
Wounded, Sick and Shipwrecked Armed Forces at Sea), 75 UNTS 85
c. Geneva Convention III (Relative to the Treatment of Prisoners),
75 UNTS 135
d. Geneva Convention IV (Relative to the Protection of Civilian
Persons in the time of War), 75 UNTS 287
e. The Two Additional Protocols to the Geneva Convention

--- EXAM 3/PROJECT (1 April 2017) ---

IX. Settlement of International Disputes

i. Shaw, M 2008, International Law, Cambridge University Press, pp.

1010-1056

ii. Charter of the United Nations, 1 UNTS 16

iii. United Nations, Statute of the International Court of Justice, supra.

Required Cases:

a. Aerial Incidence Case (US v Bulgaria), 1958 ICJ 22 (May 19)

b. Case Concerning East Timor (Portugal v Australia), 1995 ICJ Rep

90 (30 June)

c. Nicaragua v US, supra

Suggested Cases:

a. Award on Jurisdiction and Admissibility (Philippines v Peoples

Republic of China), supra
b. Legality of the Use of Force (Yugoslavia v US), 1999 ICJ Rep 916 (2
June)
c. Rainbow Warrior Case, supra