6 September 2013 | CIL Fireside Chat Series

International Humanitarian Law

Introduction

International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is the branch of international law that seeks to limit the effects of armed conflict by protecting persons who are not or no longer participating in hostilities, and by restricting and regulating the means and methods of warfare available to combatants.

Hosted by Prof S. Jayakumar and Prof Tommy Koh, this session of the CIL Fireside Chat explored the Singapore point of view on IHL.

Mr Chris Harland from the International Committee of the Red Cross provided an overview of IHL and the ICRC’s work. Mr Jeffrey Chan spoke on the need to augment Singapore’s IHL expertise. Mr Hui Choon Kuen outlined the commitment of Singapore’s Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces to IHL principles. Mr Tee Tua Ba reflected on the humanitarian work undertaken by the Singapore Red Cross.

Panelists & Hosts

Panelists:
Mr. Christopher Harland, Regional Legal Advisor, ICRC
Mr. Jeffrey Chan, Deputy Solicitor-General, AGC
Mr. Hui Choon Kuen, Director, Legal Services, MINDEF
Mr. Tee Tua Ba, Chairman, Singapore Red Cross

Hosts:
Professor S. Jayakumar
Professor Tommy Koh

About the CIL Fireside Chat Series 2013

Hosted by Prof S Jayakumar and Prof Tommy Koh, two of Singapore’s eminent diplomats and international lawyers, the CIL Fireside Chat Series will explore the interplay between diplomacy and international law by inviting leading experts on international affairs to share their insights on important global issues. The CIL Fireside Chat Series provides a rare opportunity for attendees to have a free and frank discussion with renowned authorities on critical topics which have challenged the international community.

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