International Law

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International law governs the relationships among nations and international organizations and includes humanitarian, criminal, military, maritime, trade, and environmental laws and treaties such as the Geneva Conventions and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. RAND research has helped to clarify issues of global governance with regard to the environment, counterterrorism and security, piracy, human and drug trafficking, and finance.

Research conducted by: RAND Justice, Infrastructure, and Environment; RAND Arroyo Center; RAND Project AIR FORCE; RAND National Security Research Division; International Programs; RAND Europe

News Releases (4)

U.S. Prisoner of War, Detainee Operations Need More Advance Planning — Jun 9, 2011

Prisoner-of-war and detainee operations are a crucial component in the successful prosecution of a conflict -- particularly in counterinsurgency operations -- and should be upgraded to receive more attention and better advance preparation.

RAND Report Examines Need to Hold Down Civilian Deaths in U.S. Military Operations — Feb 15, 2007

February 15, 2007 News Release: RAND Report Examines Need to Hold Down Civilian Deaths in U.S. Military Operations.

RAND Issues 'The Beginner's Guide to Nation-Building' — Feb 12, 2007

February 12, 2007 News Release: RAND Issues 'The Beginner's Guide to Nation-Building'.

RAND Evaluates Efforts to Improve Effectiveness and Human Rights Performance of Internal Security Forces in 4 Nations — Jan 3, 2007

January 3, 2007 News Release: RAND Evaluates Efforts to Improve Effectiveness and Human Rights Performance of Internal Security Forces in 4 Nations.

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