| | '''International law''' refers to the set of rules, agreements, and treaties that are binding between countries. It governs the conduct of states and international organizations and regulates issues such as diplomacy, war, trade, human rights, and the environment. International law aims to foster cooperation and peaceful relations among nations. In practice, it has led to a large international bureaucracy around [[multilateral]] institutions such as the [[United Nations]], [[European Union]], and various other bodies. | | '''International law''' refers to the set of rules, agreements, and treaties that are binding between countries. It governs the conduct of states and international organizations and regulates issues such as diplomacy, war, trade, human rights, and the environment. International law aims to foster cooperation and peaceful relations among nations. In practice, it has led to a large international bureaucracy around [[multilateral]] institutions such as the [[United Nations]], [[European Union]], and various other bodies. |