Addressing Sixth Committee, International Court of Justice President Highlights Importance of State Engagement

The President of the International Court of Justice delivered the customary address to the United Nations Sixth Committee, which handles legal matters, during its regular session. The speech followed the established annual practice of informing the committee about the Court’s work and its relationship with member states.

In the remarks, the President emphasized that states interact with the Court not only when disputes are brought before it, but also through other forms of engagement such as supporting its advisory functions and cooperating with its procedural mechanisms. This broader participation underscores the Court’s role as the principal judicial organ of the United Nations and highlights the importance of continued state involvement in the international legal system.