On 17 February 2008, Kosovo province declared its independence from the Republic of Serbia in order to become a separate republic. Kosovo's declaration of independence is quite controversially discussed, splitting the international community. Accordingly, Kosovo at present is only a partially recognized state within the international community.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- The Republic of Kosovo
- Legally, Kosovo can be denoted as a state in terms of the Montevideo Convention from 1933
- Becoming a state promises several benefits for the new nation
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the legal status of Kosovo and explores whether it meets the criteria for statehood. It also considers the implications of achieving statehood for Kosovo, particularly in terms of international recognition and the benefits of sovereignty.- Statehood in International Law
- The Montevideo Convention and its criteria
- The Role of International Recognition
- Benefits of Statehood
- Kosovo's Path to Statehood
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- The Republic of Kosovo: This section introduces the context of Kosovo's declaration of independence from Serbia in 2008. It highlights the divided international response to this declaration, with some states recognizing Kosovo as a separate state and others denying recognition.
- Legally, Kosovo can be denoted as a state in terms of the Montevideo Convention from 1933: This section examines the criteria for statehood outlined in the Montevideo Convention. It analyzes Kosovo's fulfillment of these criteria, focusing on its permanent population, defined territory, effective government, and capacity to enter into relations with other states.
- Becoming a state promises several benefits for the new nation: This section explores the potential benefits for Kosovo of achieving statehood. It discusses the principle of sovereignty, including the right to rule and exclude, as well as the benefits of diplomatic relations and participation in international affairs.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper focuses on key legal concepts such as statehood, international recognition, sovereignty, and the Montevideo Convention. It explores the case of Kosovo, a partially recognized state, and analyzes its path towards achieving full statehood in international law.
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- Natalie Züfle (Author), 2008, Is Kosovo a state in international legal terms? , Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/180099
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