The making of international law in Korea : : from colony to Asian power / / edited by Seokwoo Lee and Hee Eun Lee.

• Author: Yi, Sŏg-u, 1967-
• TeilnehmendeR: Lee, Hee Eun.
• Place / Publishing House: Leiden ;, Boston : : Brill,, 2016.
• Year of Publication: 2016
• Language: English
• Physical Description: 1 online resource (342 p.)
• Notes: Includes index.

The Republic of Korea was colonialized in the early 20th century, achieved its independence, and rose from the ashes of the Korean War to become an Asian power. Korea’s ascent coincides neatly with the advent of globalization and growing importance of international law in managing the increasing interactions between states and other non-state entities such as multinational corporations, non-governmental organizations, and international organizations like the United Nations. The Making of International Law in Korea addresses the developments of international law in Korea from human rights concerns to law of the sea issues; from maritime delimitation and access to ocean resources to other non-security matters. Offered as a textbook for academics and students, the authors demonstrate the increasingly important role of international law in shaping international relations in Northeast Asia and Korea.

Table of Contents

Preliminary Material -- 1 Korea’s Encounter with the Modern International Legal System -- 2 The Legacy and Impact of Japanese Colonialism -- 3 International Legal Issues Arising from a Divided Nation -- 4 The Development of the Law of the Sea in Korea -- 5 Other International Legal Issues Affecting Korea -- Index.