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Rule of law: Bolsonaro conviction signals Brazil’s democratic resilience On 11 September Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted former president Jair Bolsonaro of plotting a coup, sentencing him to 27 years and three months in prison. After hearing more than 70 witnesses, the co...

Rule of law: Bolsonaro conviction signals Brazil’s democratic resilience www.ibanet.org/Bolsonaro-co...

'Putin is a war criminal. That will never change.' Interview with Mark Ellis Read more

'Putin is a war criminal. That will never change’, states IBA Executive Director, Dr Mark Ellis in an interview with Yuliia Akymova and Kateryna Danishevska for RBC Ukraine.

Read the article here: newsukraine.rbc.ua/interview/pu...

In a keynote lecture for the American Society of International Law (@asilorg) @MarkEllisIBA confronted the rise of #nationalism and #populism around the world with emphasis on #Trump’s betrayal of the #US’ role in shaping the #RuleOfLaw in the 80th year of the @UN.
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CJEU ruling on ‘safe’ countries offers crucial legal protection to migrants A recent judgment from the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) on Italy’s plan to process asylum applications offshore has provided migrants with crucial legal protection.

A judgment from the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) on Italy’s plan to process asylum applications offshore has provided migrants with crucial legal protection.

The judgment, published in Aug, concerns the principle of ‘safe countries of origin’ www.ibanet.org/CJEU-ruling-...

Asia leads the way on clean energy transition With China investing heavily and India actively promoting renewables, the two countries are at the forefront of the clean energy transition. Global Insight looks at their next steps.

With China investing heavily and India actively promoting renewables, the two countries are at the forefront of the clean energy transition. IBA Global Insight looks at their next steps www.ibanet.org/Asia-leads-t...

It is also greatly motivating, and by leading with integrity, confidence and ambition, I hope this inspires, and influences, others to pursue their passions, no matter the obstacles that they may face.

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I am deeply honoured and grateful to be included in the 2025 list of Brummell Magazine’s ‘30 Inspirational Women in the City of London’. It is humbling and a true privilege to have been recognised alongside so many talented and inspiring women.

Regarding being listed among ‘30 Inspirational Women in the City of London’ , Lucie Risley, the Chief Financial Officer of the IBA, stated:

Paola Fonseca, Senior Corporate Counsel of Sphera Solutions, joins the IBA LPRU #ESG podcast. She highlights #law as not only a framework for accountability but a key enabler of the impact economy - prioritising social and environmental goals over pure profit. www.ibanet.org/esg-conferen...

The Trump administration and the international community The approach to international institutions, cooperation and development from the current US administration has significant implications for areas such as soft power and global justice.

Global Insight podcast: Trump administration's approach to international institutions, cooperation and development and the effect on soft power and global justice www.ibanet.org/Trump-admini...

Russia steps up crackdown on digital freedoms A new Russian law – which came into effect in September – punishes online searches for what the government labels ‘extremist content’. But while the Kremlin has published a list of more than 5,000 ban...

I spoke to Galina Arapova and Mark Stephens for @ibanews.bsky.social on Russia's continued crackdown on digital freedoms through new censorship laws, internet shutdowns and restricting access to foreign apps and websites. Read more here: www.ibanet.org/Russia-steps...

The price of protecting the environment Harassment, intimidation and undue interference have become part of the job for lawyers defending the rights of communities facing environmental harms. Global Insight looks at how they’re fighting bac...

Harassment, intimidation and undue interference have become part of the job for lawyers defending the rights of communities facing environmental harms. IBA Global Insight looks at how they’re fighting back. www.ibanet.org/The-price-of...

IBA is proud to announce that its Chief Financial Officer, Lucie Risley, has been selected as one of Brummell magazine’s ‘30 Inspirational Women in the City of London', recognising her achievements and leadership in her field.

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29 September, 1630-1830 CET: Mark Ellis IBA Executive Director of the International Bar Association and other #legal professionals to discuss the Special Tribunal for Crime of Aggression in #Ukraine. Hosts #IBA, and Kingdom of the #Netherlands. Register tinyurl.com/5n9y93y3

Syria after Assad: a fragile new beginning Following the fall of Bashar al-Assad, Syria’s transitional leaders are wrestling with the wreckage of war: a devastated economy, fractured society and demands for justice.

IBA Global Insight: Syria's transitional leaders have been wrestling with the deep wreckage of war - a devastated economy, fractured society and mounting demands for justice. The country stands at the precarious crossroads of retribution and reconciliation. www.ibanet.org/Syria-after-...

Rule of law in the time of Trump, Putin and Netanyahu As the UN turns 80, Global Insight assesses the challenges it faces in upholding the rule of law despite growing US disengagement and the rise of authoritarian regimes.

As the UN turns 80, IBA Global Insight assesses the challenges it faces in upholding the rule of law despite growing US disengagement and the rise of authoritarian regimes www.ibanet.org/Rule-of-law-...

.@MarkEllisIBA, Executive Director of the #IBA, is in #Ukraine for the 17 Sep 2025 discussion on the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against #Ukraine. He outlines the safeguards around trials in absentia regarding The Special Tribunal statute.
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17 Sep 2025 @ 16:30 GMT: Discussion on key challenges the Special Tribunal for the crime of aggression against #Ukraine. Participants:
Mark Ellis, Andriy Leshchenko, Anton Korynevych and Nadiya Volkova.
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The way Ukraine conducts its domestic trials matters more than ever. Fairness, transparency and adherence to international standards are not optional; they embody Ukraine’s standing in the international community.’

Programmes such as the Criminal Justice Summer School are essential to sustaining a legal culture grounded in integrity, human rights and accountability.

'Even amid the extraordinary and unprecedented challenges facing Ukraine as a result of Russia’s brutal actions, the fairness of national legal proceedings must not be compromised.

#IBA Executive Director Dr Mark Ellis on the difficulties #Ukraine faces in enforcing #CriminalLaw and prosecuting #WarCrimes and why the Summer School in Ukraine was created. He said:

The Just Group-organised and International Bar Association (#IBA) co-sponsored Criminal Justice Summer School 2025 brought together top #Ukrainian #law students and global legal leaders for training in #WarCrimes, #HumanRights #FairTrial standards.
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Rare earths; global power Demand for critical minerals – used in technologies such as electric vehicles – is rapidly growing. Global Insight examines how dominance of this vital sector is shaping the future of international po...

IBA Global Insight examines the battle for dominance of the vital rare earths sector www.ibanet.org/Rare-earths-...

For more information: tinyurl.com/2r3etz6m #DigitalInfrastructure #DigitalPolicy #FairShare #NetNeutrality #Telecoms 4/4

from regulators, industry players, governments and civil society. It is an issue that lies at the intersection of net neutrality, telecoms regulation, digital industrial policy and consumer protection, raising fundamental policy questions that need to be addressed.’ 3/4

'Our goal was to move beyond headlines and rhetoric, offering a rigorous, evidence-based perspective on the complexities of network funding in today’s interconnected digital landscape. This debate has been ongoing since at least 2012 and involves a variety of perspectives... 2/4

Regarding a new report from the IBA communications Committee, ‘The Fair Share Debate: Global perspectives on who should contribute to internet infrastructure’, Co‑Chair Angela Flannery emphasises the need to move past rhetoric and deep‑dive into the real complexities. She said:

A new #IBA report dives into the global #FairShare debate - should tech giants like #Amazon, #Google, #Meta and TikTok help cover internet infrastructure costs, or does that risk undermining #NetNeutrality and innovation? Read evidence-based insights here:
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