Open AccessInternational law and nationalism as two essentially related concepts
Author(s) -
Paulo DE BRITO
Publication year - 2022
Publication title -
juridical tribune
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2248-0382
pISSN - 2247-7195
DOI - 10.24818/tbj/2022/12/1.06
Subject(s) - nationalism , democracy , expansionism , law , constitution , political science , authoritarianism , international law , state (computer science) , sociology , political economy , law and economics , politics , algorithm , computer science
The principal aim of the present essay is to explore the relationship betweeninternational law and nationalism, whilst arguing that both concepts cannot be viewed astwo separate and self-contained realities, but should rather be considered in light of theirmutual interaction. The external actions of a nation are reflected internally. Similarly, itsinternal actions have external repercussions. In this work, such consequences are examinedin a nation-state with an authoritarian structure as opposed to those found in a democraticnation-state. Additionally, the concept of nationalism is studied in its variant forms in boththese contexts, leading to the premise that an aggressive and expansionist nation-state isunlikely to be guided by a constitution that places a high value on democracy and freedom.A nation which does not respect the liberties of its own nationals will undoubtedly disrespectother States and their nationals, and vice-versa. This begs the question: should internationallaw be irresponsive and neutral in these cases?