UN Territorial Administration and Human Rights: The Mission in Kosovo

This book offers an original and insightful analysis of the human rights inadequacies that arise in the practice of UN territorial administration by analysing and assessing the practice of UNMIK. It provides arguments based on law and principles to support the thesis that a comprehensive legal framework governing the activities of the UN mission is a crucial prerequisite for its proper functioning. The author offers an extensive and well-documented analysis of the UNs capacity as a surrogate state administration to respond to the needs of the governed population and, above all, protect its fundamental rights. Based on her findings, Murati concludes that only a comprehensive mandate can serve the long-term interests of the international communitys objective to efficiently promote, protect, and fulfil human rights in a war-torn society.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 254 pages
Publication date: 13 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book offers a groundbreaking and insightful analysis of the human rights inadequacies that arise in the practice of UN territorial administration by examining and assessing the practice of UNMIK. It provides robust arguments based on legal principles to support the thesis that a comprehensive legal framework governing the activities of the UN mission is a vital prerequisite for its effective functioning. This is complemented by a comprehensive discussion of several emerging issues surrounding the UN's activity on the ground, including its legislative, judicial, and executive power.

The author delves into an extensive and meticulously documented analysis of the UN's capacity as a surrogate state administration to meet the needs of the governed population and, above all, safeguard their fundamental rights. Drawing from her findings, Murati concludes that only a comprehensive mandate can serve the long-term interests of the international community's objective to efficiently promote, protect, and fulfill human rights in a war-torn society.

UN Territorial Administration and Human Rights provides a detailed critical legal analysis of one of the major UN administrations of territory after the Cold War, namely, the UN administration of Kosovo from 1999 to 2008. This analysis will be of immense value to scholars and students of international law and international relations, as well as policymakers and individuals working for international organizations. The insights and lessons learned from this study shed light on the challenges involved in governing territories and rebuilding state institutions while upholding the rule human rights and ensuring respect for human rights.

Weight: 390g
Dimension: 155 x 232 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032236209