Scholars stress intl rule of law

Conference reaffirms UN-centered system for global peace and security

The current international order is facing unprecedented challenges and uncertainties. All States, especially major states with special responsibilities and influence in international affairs, should uphold the international rule of law and oppose the illegal use of force in international relations, scholars urged in Shanghai.

Over 1,500 law scholars, industry experts, practitioners and students gathered from Friday to Sunday at the 2026 Annual Academic Conference of the Chinese Society of International Law, reached a consensus and issued the above statement.

In recent months, there have been grave instances of illegal use of force in Latin America and the Middle East.