Achieve Quote by Richard A. Falk
“On the cautionary side, Universal Jurisdiction could be used to achieve some kind of ideologically motivated criminalisation of 'the other' that would discredit and derail a constructive effort to develop a credible meta-law that governs the behaviour of leaders of sovereign states.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: International Law Forum, 2018
Universal jurisdiction risks being weaponized for ideological persecution, threatening fair global governance.
In simple terms: It can be misused for political bias.
Key Takeaway
Guard against politicizing international law.
Themes
law
politics
human rights
Mood
analytical
cautious
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- policy drafting
- international tribunals
- diplomatic negotiations
- NGO advocacy
Key Concepts
jurisdiction
meta‑law
state sovereignty
Questions to Reflect On
- How can safeguards be built into universal jurisdiction?
- What mechanisms ensure impartial enforcement?
A Different Perspective
Balancing accountability with protection from abuse is complex.
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