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Barcelona Traction Case (Belgium v. Spain, 1970) | Erga Omnes | Diplomatic Protection | PIL

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Barcelona Traction, Light and Power Company Case (Belgium v. Spain), ICJ 1970, explained in simple language: why Belgium, as the State of the shareholders, could not exercise diplomatic protection for a company incorporated in Canada, how the Court tied protection to the nationality of the company, and the famous statement on obligations erga omnes owed to the international community as a whole. Useful for LL.B., CLAT PG, UGC NET Law and judiciary exams. Case law note for Public International Law. FREE law notes, quizzes and study materials: https://www.thelaweasy.com

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