The International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague is preparing to deliver its judgment in the landmark genocide case brought by The Gambia against Myanmar concerning the treatment of the Rohingya minority.
Political analyst Doctor David Matsanga explained that under international law, member states are empowered to institute proceedings before the principal judicial organ of the United Nations to uphold international obligations and prevent genocide.
The legal challenge, which mirrors South Africa’s application regarding Gaza, seeks binding rulings against Myanmar’s authorities. The panel of 13 judges presiding over the proceedings includes ICJ Vice-President Julia Sebutinde of Uganda.
–ChannelAfrica–
