Introduction to Public International Law

FINAL EXAMINATION

Answer the following questions responsibly. Write legibly.

1. What are the fundamental rights of the states? Explain each briefly. (10%)
a) Is the exercise of right of self-defense is an absolute right of the state?
Explain. (5%)
b) what is the relation of an international law principle, Par In Parem Non
Habet Imperium to the fundamental right of the state? Explain. (5%)

2. Distinguish the function of an Ambassador from Consuls. (5%)

3. What is Treaties and International Conventions? (5%)

a) In the case of Bayan vs. Executive Secretary, what are the conditions
required under Sec. 25, Art. VIII of the 1987 Philippine Constitution to
make a treaty valid in the country? (5%)
b) What is the voting requirement of treaties or international agreement
under Sec. 21, Art. VII of the 1987 Philippine Constitution? (5%)

4. What is the principle of Jus Cogens? (5%)

a) What are the limitations of the Pacta Sunt Servanda (10%)

5. Can a treaty be terminated or withdrawn? Explain briefly. (5%)

6. Are Nationals synonymous with the citizens? Explain briefly. (5%)

7. Cite the ruling of the courts in the Nottebohm and Frivaldo v. Comelec case. (15%)

a) did the court apply the ruling of Nottebohm in the case of Frivaldo? (5%)

8. Distinguish the Principle of Humanity from Principle of Chivalry. (5%)

9. Can a neutral state participate openly in hostilities? Explain briefly. (5%)

10. What is Stockholm Declaration? (5%)