völkerrechtsverbindliche

Völkerrechtsverbindlich refers to a legal norm or obligation that is binding under international law. This means that states and other subjects of international law are legally required to comply with it. The binding nature of such norms arises from various sources, including treaties, customary international law, and general principles of law recognized by civilized nations. Treaties, also known as conventions or agreements, create binding obligations for the states that are parties to them. Customary international law, on the other hand, develops from the consistent practice of states accompanied by their belief that such practice is legally required (opinio juris). General principles of law are fundamental legal concepts that are common to the major legal systems of the world. When a norm is considered völkerrechtsverbindlich, it imposes rights and duties on states, and its violation can lead to legal consequences, such as state responsibility. The determination of whether a norm is völkerrechtsverbindlich is crucial for understanding the scope and applicability of international legal obligations.