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The Institution of Full Powers in the Process of Concluding International Agreements
The Institution of Full Powers in the Process of Concluding International Agreements

Author(s): Marcin Bąkowski
Subject(s): International Law, International relations/trade
Published by: Uniwersytet Adama Mickiewicza
Keywords: full powers; state representation; treaty law; international agreement;

Summary/Abstract: This paper addresses issues related to the institution of full powers in the process of concluding international agreements. The author makes an analysis of the historical evolution of the institution of full powers and discusses the essential elements of the full powers instrument with regard to the representation of the state and international organizations, taking into account current international law regulations. In this regard, the author also refers to international practice and, based on a review of the scholarly literature, attempts to classify full powers. Finally, the author presents the practical aspects involved in appointing plenipotentiaries on the example of regulations in force in the Polish legislative system.

  • Issue Year: 2021
  • Issue No: 13
  • Page Range: 97-117
  • Page Count: 21
  • Language: English