Publication Date

Fall 1994

Journal

Emory International Law Review

Abstract

The article critically examines the legal basis for Eritrea's secession from Ethiopia in 1993, arguing that the secession lacks a solid foundation under international law. It contends that Eritrea's independence does not meet the criteria for self-determination as defined by international instruments, emphasizing that the process was flawed and did not genuinely reflect the will of the Eritrean people. The analysis highlights the international community's opposition to secession to preserve territorial integrity and stability, asserting that Eritrea's secession undermines peace and security in the Horn of Africa.

Volume

8

Issue

2

First Page

479

Last Page

538

Publisher

Emory University School of Law

Disciplines

Human Rights Law | Law | Law and Politics | Military, War, and Peace

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