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Bangladesh Society of International Law
Generating Next-Gen International Lawyers
The Bangladesh Society of International Law (BSIL) is an independent research centre established in 2025 dedicated to advancing research, advocacy, and the development of future international lawyers in Bangladesh. The BSIL is promoting scholarship in Bangladesh within the domain of International Law, Human Rights (specifically, Children's & Refugee Rights, Minority & Indigenous Rights, and Gender Equality), and Environmental law.
- Human Rights
- Climate Justice
- Int'l Trade & IP
- Humanitarian Law
- Environmental Law
- Digital & Tech Law
- Int'l Courts & Tribunals
- Refugee Protection
- Dispute Resolution
- Global Governance
Programs and events
What we are working on
Memorial Submission Deadline Extended_BMU-BSIL 1st National Maritime Moot Court Competition 2026.
11 August 2026 (Tuesday) ⏰ 11:59 PM (Bangladesh Standard Time)
Learn more about Memorial Submission Deadline Extended_BMU-BSIL 1st National Maritime Moot Court Competition 2026.
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Law updates
Recent legal developments
UN Experts Express Concern on One-Year Anniversary of ICJ Advisory Opinion on Palestine
On 19 July 2024, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued a landmark advisory opinion on the Legal Consequences arising from the Policies and…
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Bangladesh Accedes to Three Major IMO Maritime Liability Conventions
On 6 July 2026, Bangladesh Shipping Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam officially handed over the instruments of accession for three key maritime treaties to IMO…
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Bangladesh Wins UN General Assembly Presidency for the 81st Session
On 2 June 2026, Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was officially elected President of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA)…
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ICJ Issues Landmark Advisory Opinion Protecting the Right to Strike Under ILO Convention No. 87
On 21 May 2026, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued a historic advisory opinion confirming that the right to strike is protected under…
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Hazardous Cargo Compensation Regime Moves Closer to Entry Into Force
On 14 April 2026, Belgium, Germany, the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and Sweden officially deposited their instruments of ratification for the 2010 Protocol to…
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Parliament Passes the Forest and Tree Conservation Act, 2026
The Bangladesh Society of International Law warmly welcomes the passage of the Forest and Tree Conservation Act, 2026 (Act No. 56 of 2026) by…
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French Court Convicts Cement Giant Lafarge and Former Executives for Financing Terrorism in Syria
On 13 April 2026, a Paris court officially found French cement manufacturer Lafarge, alongside eight former employees including former CEO Bruno Lafont, guilty of…
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Transatlantic Slave Trade as the gravest Crimes Against Humanity
The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a landmark resolution declaring the transatlantic slave trade and the racialized chattel enslavement of Africans as the…
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The National Parliament has passed the Bangladesh Labour (Amendment) Bill, 2026
The National Parliament has passed the Bangladesh Labour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introducing important reforms to strengthen workers’ rights and align national labour law with…
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Parliament passes Bangladesh Haor and Wetland Conservation Bill-2026
The Bangladesh Society of International Law warmly welcomes the passage of the Bangladesh Haor and Wetland Conservation Bill, 2026 by Parliament.
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Featured research
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About us
Advancing International Law & Diplomacy
The Bangladesh Society of International Law (BSIL) is a non-profit and non-partisan organisation established in 2025. Its overarching vision is to advance research and advocacy in the field of international law within Bangladesh. The organisation is committed to fostering the development of the next generation of international lawyers in the country and beyond.
Our VisionAdvancing Bangladesh's voice in shaping international legal normsOur mission
Our focus areas
- Human Rights
- Climate Justice
- Int'l Trade & IP
- Humanitarian Law
- Environmental Law
- Digital & Tech Law
- Int'l Courts & Tribunals
- Refugee Protection
- Dispute Resolution
- Global Governance
Partners and memberships
Working with institutions worldwide
Nepal Society of International Law
Partner
International Association of Genocide Scholars
Membership
Get in touch
Contact BSIL
- Emailinfo@bsil.bd
- Phone (Bangladesh)+8801575468280
- Phone (UK)+44 7438 264672
- LocationDhaka, Bangladesh (map)
Frequently asked questions
How can I become a member of BSIL?
BSIL welcomes law students, early-career researchers, practitioners, and policymakers interested in international law. Please follow our social media platforms for the latest updates on vacancies.
How do I contact BSIL?
Please email us at info@bsil.bd or use the contact form on our Contact page.