Privileges and Immunities

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Last update 17.07.2023

  • Immunities may stem from customary international law or international treaties (bilateral or multilateral).

  • State Immunity is a concept in international law that aims to protect the sovereignty of a state by placing it outside the jurisdiction of other states.

  • The immunity of state representatives can be based on customary international law, international treaties, and/or domestic law.

  • International organisations are granted immunity in order to ensure they can carry out their mission independently.

  • Goals and scope of the Host State Act and its implementing ordinances

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Privileges and Immunities

Bundesgasse 32
3003 Bern

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