Hey, Associated Press! Colombia’s Withdrawal Really Does Diminish ICJ’s Authority
The Associated Press has a confusing and muddled account of the consequences of Colombia's withdrawal from the Bogota Pact (American Treaty on Pacific Settlement), which had committed Colombia to the ICJ for disputes with other signatory states. Here is where the AP account doesn't make much sense (or is flat out wrong): Legal experts, however, said [Colombian President] Santos’ announcement was unlikely,...