Committee Agenda
Adjudicating Disputes Between States Under International Law
The ICJ agenda challenges delegates to serve as judges and legal representatives in complex cases involving territorial sovereignty, treaty interpretation, and state responsibility under international law.
About the Committee
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, established in 1945 to settle legal disputes between states and provide advisory opinions on international legal questions. Located in The Hague, the Court serves as the pinnacle of international adjudication.
At VGSMUN'26, the ICJ will hear cases that test the boundaries of international law and state sovereignty. Delegates will assume roles as judges and counsel, engaging in rigorous legal reasoning, oral arguments, and the drafting of judgments that contribute to the development of international jurisprudence.
Scope of Discussion: International law, treaty interpretation, state responsibility, territorial disputes, human rights law, and the law of the sea.
Committee Director
Committee Director
The Executive Board of the ICJ comprises individuals with a strong foundation in international law, legal reasoning, and moot court experience.
Our Director is committed to providing a intellectually rigorous simulation where delegates develop their skills in legal argumentation, judicial reasoning, and the peaceful resolution of disputes between states.
Resources & Guides
Background Guide
A comprehensive guide detailing the committee's mandate, agenda, and key research areas for the ICJ.
Download PDFCase Matrix
Check the docket of cases to be heard and the roles assigned to delegates in this committee.
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