Vienna Convention on Consular Relations – Explained
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On 17th July 2019, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) had delivered its final verdict on the Kulbhushan Jadhav Case between India and Pakistan. With a 15-1 majority decision in India’s favour, the ICJ held that Pakistan had violated its obligations under the 1963 Vienna Convention on Consular Relations. This case is a clear victory for India. Yet, the ICJ can provide only limited remedies for India. This brings into question the uncertainty about Jadhav’s detention and his pending death sentence.
What is the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations?
- The Vienna Convention on Consular Relations (VCCR) is an international treaty that provides a framework for consular relations between the sovereign states.
- It was adopted in 1963 and
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