EVENT RECAP:
The Bangladesh Society of International Law (BSIL) successfully hosted a profound intellectual discussion on 22 June 2026 during the Book Launching Event for: Sufficient Gravity Before the International Criminal Court.
Author and Speaker:
Dr. Marco Longobardo , Reader in International Law, University of Westminster, United Kingdom.
During the session, Dr. Longobardo introduced the core arguments of his timely and rigorous book, highlighting the complex role of the "Sufficient Gravity" threshold before the International Criminal Court (ICC). He examined how this crucial requirement operates as a primary gatekeeper within the Court's admissibility framework, dictating which cases are pursued on the global stage.
The event delved deeply into the practical application of this concept. Dr. Longobardo articulated how gravity directly influences prosecutorial practice and discretion, while carefully navigating through the evolving Chambers’ case law. The discussion illuminated the delicate balance between the ICC’s mandate to prosecute the most serious crimes of international concern and the institutional realities and limitations of international justice.
This rigorous analysis is not merely theoretical, it is a vital contribution to international criminal law, providing essential clarity for practitioners, scholars, and researchers assessing how the ICC prioritizes situations and cases amidst contemporary armed conflicts and widespread humanitarian crises.
We extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Marco Longobardo for sharing his invaluable time and expertise, and to everyone who joined us to make this virtual session incredibly engaging and interactive.
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