The 1961 vienna convention on diplomatic relations vcdr and the 1963 vienna convention on consular relations form the core of international diplomatic and consular law. Introduction the vienna convention on consular relations vienna convention sets forth the rights and obligations of nations to detained foreign nationals. Intercourse and immunities adopted the vienna convention on diplomatic relations which was opened for signature on 18 april 1961, believing that an international convention on consular relations, privileges and immunities would also contribute to the development of friendly relations among nations, irrespective of their differing. The 1961 vienna convention on diplomatic relations has for over 50 years been central to diplomacy and applied to all forms of relations among sovereign states. It may let diplomats get away with murder, but 50 years on, the vienna convention on diplomatic relations is. In its modern form, diplomatic immunities are codified in the vienna convention on diplomatic relations. Vienna convention of 1961 on diplomatic relations an international convention codifying the norms of international law with respect to diplomatic representations.
Rarely is an international law reference text, let alone an articlebyarticle commentary on a convention, both authoritative and entertaining. Denza places each provision of the convention in its historical context. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. Diplomatic immunity has strong reason for its existence principally, that of guaranteeing the freedom and independence of diplomats in order to permit them to carry out their functions without risk of undue pressure by receiving states. Granting immunity to envoys is at least as old as written history, mentioned in some of the oldest texts amarna letters and holy writings. This updated edition also highlights important new. The study proceeds from the fact that the vcdr is the most global and universally accepted instrument ever instituted to regulate diplomatic conduct. A commentary on the vienna convention on diplomatic relations. The vienna conventions on diplomatic and consular relations. The economist explains what is the vienna convention. Vienna convention on diplomatic relations international.
The commission having decided that the draft articles on consular relations should form the basis for the conclusion of a multilateral convention, the special rapporteur also submitted a draft preamble,15 for which purpose he was guided by the preamble of the vienna convention of 18 april 1961 on diplomatic relations. This book is a commentary on the 1961 vienna convention on diplomatic relations, the universallyaccepted framework for diplomacy between sovereign states. To reiterate the full validity of the principles and standards that govern diplomatic relations among states, especially those that concern full respect for the inviolability of the premises of diplomatic missions and consular offices, as recognized in the 1961 vienna convention on diplomatic relations and the 1963 vienna convention on consular. The conference also adopted the optional protocol concerning the acquisition of nationality see p. Vienna convention on diplomatic relations the states parties to the present convention, recalling that peoples of all nations from anoient times have recognized the status of diplomatic agenta, having in mind the purposes and principles of the charter of the united nations concerning the sovereign equality of states, the. The vienna convention on diplomatic relations 1961 restricted the privileges granted to diplomats, their families, and staff. The success of the conference and of the convention which it drew up may be ascribed first to the fact that the central rules regulating diplomatic relations had been stable for over 200 years.
It specifies the privileges of a diplomatic mission that enable diplomats to perform their function without fear of coercion or harassment by the host country. The draft deals only with permanent diplomatic missions. The curious world of diplomatic relations paul behrens. Since diplomacy and espionage are often uncomfortable bedfellows, some of the state practice reads like episodes from a spy novel. This updated edition also highlights important new trends in.
The commentary on each article or group of articles sets out the customary international. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read diplomatic law. Eileen denza oxford commentaries on international law. Parties to the vienna convention on diplomatic relation index. Fully updated new edition of the leading work on diplomatic law.
The distinction between the two international instrument is an immense one. Diplo is a nonprofit foundation established by the governments of malta and switzerland. The book places each provision of the convention in its historical context. Written with the benefit of the authors deep and practical understanding of the subject as a legal counselor in the foreign and commonwealth office, it has become widely regarded as the leading work in the field. Diplo works to increase the role of small and developing states, and to improve global governance and international policy development. The vienna convention on diplomatic relations 1961 summary of topic. Diplomatic and consular relations and the conclusion of treaties.
It attempts a critical analysis of the vienna convention on diplomatic relations vcdr of 1961. Convention of 1961 governs in first place the inviolability of diplomatic premises that was explicitly prescribed in the icj judgement. This file is licensed under the creative commons attributionshare alike 3. The vcdr sought to codify elements of diplomatic relations at the height of the cold war. Vcdr codifies rules of international law on diplomatic intercourse, privileges, and immunities immunity, diplomatic.
Drawing on her long and practical experience, denza has thoroughly updated and revised the text. Commentary on the 1969 vienna convention on the law of treaties. The 1961 vienna convention on diplomatic relations vcdr, signed in vienna on 18 april 1961, entered into force on 24 april 1964 and the 1963 vienna convention on consular relations vccr, signed in vienna on 24 april 1963, entered into force 19 march 1967 form the core of international diplomatic and consular law. An analysis on the 1961 vienna convention on diplomatic relations article pdf available in law november 2015 with 18,061 reads how we measure reads. Article 1 for the purpose of the present convention, the following terms shall have the. Draft articles on consular relations with commentaries, 1961. Vienna convention on diplomatic relations 1961 youtube. Draft articles on diplomatic intercourse and immunities.
We use cookies to collect information about how you use gov. The vienna convention on diplomatic relations of 1961 is an international treaty that defines a framework for diplomatic relations between independent countries. The study examines the topic of diplomatic immunity and privileges. Covers how controversial points in the convention have been interpreted in literature and practice. Although it faces challenges like many other conventions in the world, it has been applauded for promoting coherent international relationships among nations. This, if anything, demonstrates that despite problems, the vienna convention has elicited a high degree of solidarity and rapport among nations. Diplomatic law, commentary on the vienna convention on diplomatic relations. Pdf vienna convention on diplomatic relations 1961.
The vienna convention on diplomatic relations, which was agreed in 1961 and went into force in 1964, sets out how sovereign states can establish, maintain and, if. Commentary on the vienna convention on diplomatic relations. Austria, belgium, central african republic, republic of china, colombia, etc optional protocol to the vienna convention on diplomatic relations, concerning the compulsory settlement of. Optional protocol to the vienna convention on diplomatic relations, concerning acquisition of nationality. Note, finally, that the book contains the text of the vienna convention on diplomatic relations in appendix 1, followed by a list in appendix 2, of the 190 countries which are parties to the convention. Diplomatic law commentary on the vienna convention on diplomatic relations. It was adopted by the united nations conference on diplomatic intercourse and immunities on 18 april 1961 and entered into force on 24 april 1964. The economist, in the article no immunity here, discusses problems in protecting diplomats in venezuela. It is the second edition of a highlyrespected work, first published in 1976, which was written with the benefit of the authors deep and practical understanding of the subject as a legal.
In accordance with articles 16 and 21 of its statute, the commission decided to transmit this draft. Nielsen book data summary this book is a commentary on the 1961 vienna convention on diplomatic relations, the universallyaccepted framework for diplomacy between sovereign states. Vienna convention on diplomatic relations which was opened for signature on 18 april 1961, believing that an international convention on consular relations, privileges and immunities would also contribute to the development of friendly relations among nations, irrespective of their differing constitutional and social systems. In terms of nearuniversal participation by sovereign states, the high degree of observance among states parties and the influence it has had on the international legal order, the vienna convention on diplomatic relations may claim to be the most successful of the instruments drawn up under the united nations framework for codification and progressive development of international law.
Commentary on the vienna convention on diplomatic relations, edition 4 ebook written by eileen denza. An analysis on the 1961 vienna convention on diplomatic. In general, the vienna convention on diplomatic relations 1961 is one of the most renowned treaties in the world with its impact being felt to date. Avoiding controversial issues such as diplomatic asylum and focusing on permanent envoys rather than on ad hoc representatives or other internationally protected persons, the convention accorded immunity from criminal. Vienna convention on diplomatic relations done at vienna, on 18 april 19611 the states parties to the present convention, recalling that peoples of all nations from ancient times have recognized the status of diplomatic agents, have agreed as follows. Vienna conventions on diplomatic and consular relations. Vienna convention on diplomatic relations 1961 analysis. United nations audiovisual library of international law.
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