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Canadian Institute for International Law Expertise (CIFILE) is an independent, non-political and private institute, working with groups of international lawyers across the globe to promote implementation of nationals and international law. Canadian Institute for International Law Expertise ( CIFILE) undertakes training in international law for law professionals such as lawyers, law students and la

w firms. Algeria, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Congo, Egypt, France, Greece, India, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Kenya, Kuwait, Nigeria, Puerto Rico, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Turkey and United States.

04/01/2026

If you are interested in Legal Perspectives on the Possibility of Imposing Tariffs and Fees in the Strait of Hormuz, please see Dr. Abbas Poorhashemi’s comment on Analysis of the Legal Regime of Transit, Sovereign Rights and Challenges of International Law regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

Key Focus Areas:
• The legal framework governing transit passage in international straits
• The scope and limits of coastal states’ sovereign rights
• The legality of imposing tariffs, tolls, or fees under international law
• Emerging challenges and geopolitical implications in the Strait of Hormuz

This work contributes to ongoing debates in international law regarding the balance between freedom of navigation and state sovereignty, offering practical insights for legal scholars, policymakers, and practitioners.

For more details please see: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=6505281

03/27/2026

International Law Experts Condemning the US and Israeli War Against Iran

The war launched by the United States and Israel against Iran on 28 February 2026 constitute a flagrant violation of the foundational principles of international law.

These actions, conducted without the authorisation of the United Nations Security Council, breach Article 2(4) of the United Nations Charter, which unequivocally prohibits the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any State.

No credible evidence has been presented to demonstrate that Iran was engaged in an armed attack against the United States or Israel at the time the strikes commenced. Consequently, this war cannot be justified as an exercise of the inherent right of self-defence under Article 51 of the Charter.

Customary international law, as affirmed in the Caroline incident and subsequent jurisprudence, requires that any claim of anticipatory self-defence respond to an imminent threat that is instant, overwhelming, and leaves no alternative means or time for deliberation. Preventive strikes aimed at long-term strategic objectives such as the degradation of nuclear or missile capabilities fall outside this narrow exception and represent an impermissible use of force.This war further engage individual criminal responsibility under Article 8 bis of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court as an act of aggression. The scale of the airstrikes, targeting sovereign territory and resulting in significant civilian casualties, also raises serious questions of compliance with international humanitarian law, including the principles of distinction and proportionality enshrined in the Geneva Conventions and Additional Protocol I.

The international community must unequivocally condemn this unilateral resort to armed force, which undermines the post-1945 legal order designed to prevent precisely such illegal war.

The aggressors are urged to cease hostilities immediately and return to diplomatic negotiations within the framework of the United Nations Charter.

02/27/2026

CIFILE Journal of International Law – Volume 7, Issue 13 (February 2026)

We are pleased to announce the publication of the latest issue of CJIL, an open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing scholarship in international law.
Under the leadership of Editor-in-Chief Dr. Abbas Poorhashemi, this edition features original research addressing critical global issues in human rights, space law, arbitration, legal privilege, matrimonial disputes, and more.
Key highlights include:
• The African Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls – implementation challenges and pathways forward
• Workplace mental health protections in Bangladesh’s RMG sector compared with international best practices
• Legal standards governing anti-satellite weapons in space self-defense
• The doctrine of legal professional privilege across common law jurisdictions
• The Swiss Federal Supreme Court’s role in reviewing Court of Arbitration for Sport awards
• Retortion as a mechanism for settling international disputes
• Comparative analysis of domicile in cross-border matrimonial disputes (India vs. England)
Read the full open-access issue here:
🔗 https://www.cifilejournal.com/
We welcome high-quality submissions for future volumes. Submission is free, and all manuscripts undergo rigorous peer review.
Stay informed on developments in international law.

02/14/2026

The International Summit 1.0 on International Arbitration, hosted by Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, took place from 9th to 12th February 2026. This prestigious event convened distinguished professors, scholars, and legal experts from around the world to engage in meaningful discussions on the evolving landscape of international arbitration.
We were honored by the participation of Dr. Abbas Poorhashemi, President of the Canadian Institute for International Law Expertise (CIFILE), who delivered an insightful address on “Artificial Intelligence and International Arbitration” (with related sessions exploring AI as a transformative force in reconceptualizing arbitration processes).
The summit provided an exceptional platform for global academic exchange and forward-thinking dialogue on dispute resolution in an increasingly interconnected world.
We look forward to future opportunities for collaboration with Chandigarh University and its School of Legal Studies.

01/28/2026

Join us for an insightful webinar on the future of justice in the digital era: Between Crowds and Algorithms: Decentralized Justice in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Jointly hosted by Kleros and Canadian Institute for International Law Expertise (CIFILE) 
In an increasingly AI-driven world, how can crowdsourced mechanisms and decentralized systems ensure fair, transparent, and efficient dispute resolution? Explore the intersection of collective intelligence, blockchain technology, and artificial intelligence in redefining access to justice.
Featured Speakers:
* Dr. Federico Ast Founder & President of Kleros – a pioneering leader in blockchain-based dispute resolution and decentralized arbitration.
* Dr. Abbas Poorhashemi President of CIFILE – an esteemed expert in international law, with extensive contributions to public international law, criminal law, and global legal frameworks.
Date & Time: February 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM EST
This timely discussion will examine the promises and challenges of decentralized justice amid advancing algorithms, offering valuable perspectives for legal professionals, technologists, policymakers, and scholars.
We invite you to participate in this forward-thinking conversation shaping the next generation of legal systems.

Registration is Free:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/between-crowds-and-algorithms-decentralized-justice-in-the-age-of-ai-tickets-1981431541078?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

01/01/2026

Dear Colleagues, Members, Partners, and Friends,

On behalf of the Canadian Institute for International Law Expertise (CIFILE), I extend our warmest wishes for a Happy New Year as we welcome 2026.

May this new year bring renewed hope and progress toward a world founded on justice, where the rule of law prevails and access to fair remedies is universal. May it foster lasting peace, through dialogue, respect for sovereignty, and the resolution of conflicts in accordance with international norms. And may it usher in prosperity for all nations and peoples, built on equitable cooperation, sustainable development, and shared opportunity.

At CIFILE, we remain committed to advancing international law as a cornerstone for these ideals, supporting legal expertise, education, and global collaboration in pursuit of a more just and harmonious world.

We thank you for your continued support and look forward to working together in the year ahead.
With best regards,

Dr Abbas Poorhashemi
President of the Canadian Institute for International Law Expertise (CIFILE) Toronto, Canada December 31, 2025

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12/10/2025

Call for Submissions:
The CIFILE Journal of International Law (CJIL), an open-access, peer-reviewed, no-fee journal affiliated with the Canadian Institute for International Law Expertise (CIFILE), is now accepting manuscripts for its upcoming issue.

CJIL publishes high-quality original research in all areas of international law, including: • International Economic & Trade Law • Environmental & Climate Change Law • Human Rights & Humanitarian Law • International Criminal Law • Law of the Sea, Space Law & Air Law • International Arbitration & Dispute Settlement • Business, Investment & Digital Economy Law  • Legal tech and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
 ✔ Rigorous double-blind peer review ✔ Indexed in 6 international databases ✔ Fully open access & free of charge (no APC) 
Francophone scholars are invited to submit to our sister publication, CIFILE Journal du droit international (CJDI), published also in French.

Submit your manuscript today via: 🔗 https://www.cifilejournal.com/

We look forward to receiving your original research, case comments, or book reviews.

12/07/2025

Global Law, Governance and the New World Order
(Direito Global, Governação e Nova Ordem Mundial)
Almedina Brasil, 2025
Coordinated by
Daniel Freire e Almeida • Alcindo Gonçalves • Fernando Rei
With a chapter by CIFILE President Dr. Abbas Poorhashemi and distinguished contributions from:
Alice Heil de Borba • Danilo Fontenele Sampaio Cunha • Gilberto Marcos Antonio Rodrigues • Olavo de O. Bittencourt Neto • Oswaldo dos Santos Lucon • Salem H. Nasser • Verónica Scriptore Freire e Almeida
This landmark collective work offers a rigorous, interdisciplinary analysis of the major challenges facing international law today:
• Crisis and reform of multilateral institutions
• Climate and transnational environmental governance
• Digital regulation, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity
• The growing influence of the Global South in global law-making
• Human rights and solidarity in a multipolar world
A vital contribution to understanding the legal architecture of tomorrow’s world order.
Now available worldwide in print and digital formats.

Now available worldwide: https://books.google.com/books?id=dGNxEQAAQBAJ&pg=PT3&source=gbs_toc_r&cad=1 =onepage&q&f=false

10/22/2025

CIFILE Journal of International Law (CJIL) published Issue 12, Volume 7, October 2025

The issue now available online at www.cifilejournal.com, this open-access, peer-reviewed issue brings cutting-edge research to the global legal community – completely free!

What’s Inside this issue:
- Commercial & Business Law: Insights on cross-border trade agreements.
- Environmental Law: Case study on climate change treaty enforcement.
- Human Rights Law: Frameworks for protecting displaced populations.
- Maritime Law: Updates on high-seas governance challenges.
- Political & Spatial Law: Analysis of territorial disputes.
- Book Review: Exploring humanitarian law and modern warfare tech.

Dive into Issue 12 and join the global conversation on international law! Want to contribute? Submissions are open for future issues – visit www.cifilejournal.com for details.

09/28/2025

It’s our pleasure to announce that Dr. Abbas Poorhashemi is re-elected as a committee member of the International Criminal Court Bar Association (ICCBA).

We look forward to collaborating with the newly elected members of the ICCBA, especially with the Counsel Support Staff Committee, and I am ready to embrace this role in advancing international justice.

For the list of newly elected members of the ICCBA: https://www.iccba-abcpi.org/governance

Nous sommes honorés d’annoncer que Dr. Abbas Poorhashemi a été re-élu membre du comité de l’Association du Barreau de la Cour Pénale Internationale (ABCPI).
Nous avons hâte de collaborer avec les nouveaux membres élus du Comité de Soutien aux Avocats et je suis prêt à assumer ce rôle pour promouvoir la justice internationale.

06/16/2025

Non-Stoppable Lunatic Criminals: Netanyahu’s Escalating Aggression from Palestine to IRAN: Who’s Next?

The world watches in horror as Benjamin Netanyahu’s regime, already accused of genocide in Gaza by the International community, ICC and Amnesty International, expands its brutal aggression across the Middle East targeting Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and now IRAN. With each escalation, the international community’s failure to enforce accountability through mechanisms like the UN security Conseil, ICC or ICJ becomes more glaring.

If global institutions cannot halt this violence, what future awaits generations inheriting a world where might equals right?

Who’s Next? If this criminal regime is not stopped immediately neighboring Arab nations Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Jordan, Egypt, and beyond could become the next targets of Netanyahu’s expansionist aggression.

History shows that fascist regimes never stop until they are forcibly halted.

What Consequences Future of Impunity?

If Netanyahu faces no consequences, the precedent is dire:

- Normalized Genocide: States may replicate Israel’s tactics, using “preemptive attack” rhetoric to justify atrocities.

- Eroded Institutions: The UN and ICC and other international organizations risk becoming irrelevant, as power trumps law.

- Expanding War: Without immediate action, Netanyahu’s regime will not stop at IRAN, AND Arab nations will be dragged into this cycle of violence.

- Generational Trauma: Millions displaced and orphaned will inherit a world where justice is selective and based on a double standard reserved for the weak, not the powerful.

‎جنایتکاران دیوانه‌ی مهارنشدنی: تجاوز نتانیاهو از غزه تا ایران - کشور بعدی کجاست؟

‎ المجرمون المجانين الذين لا يمكن كبحهم: عدوان نتنياهو من غزة إلى إيران: من هي الدولة التالية؟

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