Gathering a diverse audience of over 55 participants including university law professors, diplomats, holders of PhD and LLM degrees, as well as experts in the Law of the Sea (LOS), Law for Palestine, ASCOMARE, and DEHUKAM have recently concluded a collaborative high-level training workshops centered around the Law of the Sea and its application to the Palestine-Israel context. The program was delivered with the contribution of esteemed international figures and prominent members of the academic and judicial communities worldwide.
The five-day training program delved into a variety of crucial topics, ranging from technical insights into the Law of the Sea, examination of UN and other legal manuals, regulations surrounding Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ), preservation of the marine environment, maritime conflicts, and diplomatic negotiations. The program also spanned diverse sub-branches within the Law of the Sea, with a dedicated focus on the Israel-Palestine context. Expert panels engendered lively and intellectually stimulating discussions, generating insightful questions that will serve as the basis for upcoming programs.
The workshops culminated with a panel dedicated to careers and job opportunities, providing participants with a comprehensive outlook on potential paths in the field. Experts and practitioners from notable institutions such as the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS), UN Division for Ocean Affairs and Law of the Sea (DOALOS), World Maritime University (WMU), and University of Edinburgh shared invaluable insights into application processes, avenues for professional growth, and opportunities for further development.
This course, developed by Law for Palestine, ASCOMARE and DEHUKAM, is envisioned to be a part of a long-term objective of building legal capacity and expertise-house in the area of Law of the Sea with a focus on Palestine – Israel
In recognition of their contributions to the success of this training, the organizing partners extend their heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed guest speakers and participating institutions. The collective efforts of all involved have undoubtedly contributed to the enrichment of legal knowledge and understanding in this critical field.
- Speakers:
- Judge Ida Caracciolo
- Ademuni-Odeke
- Mutaz Qafisheh
- Pierandrea Leucci
- Hassan Salih Khalilieh
- Yücel Acer
- Chiara Pavesi
- Giacomo Grappoli
- Andrea V. Salamino
- Emdadul Haque
- Matteo Bedendi
- Douglas Guilfoyle
- Mercedes Rosello
- Irini Papanicolopulu
- Tullio Scovazzi
- Maria Gavouneli
- Daud Hassan
- Adonis Tafangy
- Daniele Mandrioli
- André de Paiva Toledo
- Leonardo de Camargo Subtil
- Omar Awadallah
- James Kraska
- Fuad Bateh
- Peter Clinton
- Michael Lynk
- Sandrine De Herdt
- Vanessa Arellano Rodriguez
- Ríán Derrig
- Harriet Harden Davies
- Mustafa Başkara
- Participating institutions:
- International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS)
- UN Division for Ocean Affairs and Law of the Sea (DOALOS)
- World Maritime University (WMU)
- University of Edinburgh
Finally, the organizers would like give special thanks to the dedicated moderators Anisha Patel, Dora Vanda Velenczei, Kathryn Ravey, Maha Loulou and Mira Ghazzoul for their great efforts in coordinating the sessions and discussions.
