LLIR9507 Law and International Relations in the Asia/Pacific

Dr Sanzhuan Guo

2016

4.5

1 Admission into MLAWILIR-Master of Laws (International Law and International Relations)
1a Admission into BLAWLPRH-Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (Honours)
1b Admission into BLAWLPRGH-Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice (Graduate Entry) (Honours)
1c Admission into MLAWILIRA-Master of Laws (International Law and International Relations) [1.5 years]
1d Admission into JD-Juris Doctor
1e Admission into MLAWILIRP-Master of Laws (International Law and International Relations) [1 year]
Must Satisfy: ((1 or 1a or 1b or 1c or 1d or 1e))

This topic introduces the changes and developments of international relations in Asia-Pacific, especially in the issues of the big powers' relations and the regional cooperation in Asia-Pacific. There will be a particular emphasis on the rise of Chinese power and influence. Furthermore this topic will review the international legal issues arising in the region with a particular emphasis on the law of the sea issues arising from Chinese maritime claims.

The aims of this topic are to:

gain a deeper understanding of the reasons of Australia's position in the Asia/Pacific and the challenges this poses for Australian policy makers
understand the changing regional and global balance
gain an understanding of existing legal regimes and frameworks within international law that apply to the Asia/Pacific

Students who successfully complete this topic will be able to:

determine the position Australia occupies in the Asia/Pacific
identify policy options arising from Australia's engagement with other countries in the Asia/Pacific, particularly China and Japan
demonstrate a knowledge of the international legal issues that have arisen in the Asia Pacific
contribute to academic debate over Chinese intentions and the likely outcomes arising from growing Chinese power

Key dates and timetable

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