A 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes on International Watercourses
Published on 10. July 2025
Book
Hardback
308 pages
978-90-04-73676-4 (ISBN)
Description
With increasing global pressure on scarce international water resources, the importance of dispute avoidance and resolution at the international level cannot be understated. A 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes on International Watercourses explores a conceptual and practical framework for addressing these complex challenges, presenting a structured, multi-faceted approach that integrates technical expertise, diplomatic negotiations, and, when necessary, binding adjudication. Drawing on a broad analysis of 225 international watercourse agreements, it puts forward a 'stepped approach' as an important tool that can foster cooperation, prevent conflicts, and ensure the equitable and sustainable use of our shared water resources.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Netherlands
Publishing group
Brill
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 162 mm
Thickness: 23 mm
Weight
572 gr
ISBN-13
978-90-04-73676-4 (9789004736764)
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Person
Riley T. Denoon, J.S.D., is a Canadian barrister and solicitor with a Doctorate in International Law. His work focuses on transboundary watercourses, international environmental law, and dispute resolution. He served as a legal advisor before the International Court of Justice.
Content
Contents
Acknowledgements
List of Tables
Terms
Introduction
Methodology
1 Disputes and the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
?1?Increasing Water Stress and Conflict
?2?The Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
?3?Inter-State Dispute Resolution Regarding the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
2 Disputes at a 'Technical Level'
?1?A 'Technical Level'?
?2?Why Are 'Technical Level' Mechanisms Important or Useful in the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses?
?3?When Should 'Technical Level' Be Applied?
?4?Technical 'Step' in a 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes in the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses in Practice
3 A 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes Regarding the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
?1?What Is a 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes in the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses?
?2?A 'Stepped Approach' to International Watercourse Disputes in Treaty Practice
?3?Why a 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes Is Important in the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
?4?Importance of a 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes, in Recent International Cases
4 Conclusions
Appendix A: Table of Treaties Examined
Appendix B: Table of Cases
Appendix C: Table of Treaties and Other Instruments
Bibliography
Acknowledgements
List of Tables
Terms
Introduction
Methodology
1 Disputes and the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
?1?Increasing Water Stress and Conflict
?2?The Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
?3?Inter-State Dispute Resolution Regarding the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
2 Disputes at a 'Technical Level'
?1?A 'Technical Level'?
?2?Why Are 'Technical Level' Mechanisms Important or Useful in the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses?
?3?When Should 'Technical Level' Be Applied?
?4?Technical 'Step' in a 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes in the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses in Practice
3 A 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes Regarding the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
?1?What Is a 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes in the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses?
?2?A 'Stepped Approach' to International Watercourse Disputes in Treaty Practice
?3?Why a 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes Is Important in the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses
?4?Importance of a 'Stepped Approach' to Disputes, in Recent International Cases
4 Conclusions
Appendix A: Table of Treaties Examined
Appendix B: Table of Cases
Appendix C: Table of Treaties and Other Instruments
Bibliography