Shabtai Rosenne
Diplomat and legal scholar in international law
Born
November 24th, 1917
107 years ago
Died
2010
15 years ago — 93 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Israel
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An academic, jurist, and diplomat with a focus on international law. Contributed to the development of Israel's legal framework and represented the country in various international forums. Played a vital role in shaping Israel's diplomatic relations, particularly concerning legal disputes and international agreements. Served as a professor of international law at several institutions and authored a number of significant works on the subject, influencing both legal practices and academic thought.
Served as a legal advisor to the Israeli foreign ministry
Contributed to major legal texts on international law
Participated in international negotiations and disputes
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