The International Criminal Responsibility of War's Funders and Profiteers

This book explores the commercial exploitation of armed conflict, examining the legal framework that defines these connections and the responsibilities of economic actors, including individuals, businesses, governments, and States. It highlights the options available to hold these actors accountable and recover illegally acquired profits to benefit war victims.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 570 pages
Publication date: 18 August 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate realm of commercial exploitation of armed conflict, encompassing a wide range of topics such as money, war, atrocities, and economic actors. It explores the complex web of connections between these elements and examines the responsibilities that arise from them. With a primary focus on clarifying the legal framework that governs these relationships and determining the appropriate avenues for criminal or civil liability, the book addresses both international criminal justice mechanisms, such as the International Criminal Court, and domestic systems. It also examines which economic actors, including individuals, businesses, governments, and states, should be held accountable for their actions in wartime contexts and before which forums.

Furthermore, the book addresses the critical issue of recovering illegally acquired profits and redirecting them to benefit the victims of war. Each chapter sheds light on the options provided by a network of laws to ensure that the great industrialists of our time, who seek economic opportunities amidst the devastation of war, cannot exploit and profit from human suffering with impunity.

Through its comprehensive analysis, this book offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics of armed conflict, shedding light on the roles of economic actors and the legal frameworks that seek to hold them accountable. It serves as a crucial resource for policymakers, scholars, and activists alike, as they work to address the devastating consequences of commercial exploitation and promote a more just and sustainable world.

Weight: 757g
ISBN-13: 9781009257824