Emerging trends in sustainable development : the international initiatives

Laura S. Horn

Emerging trends in sustainable development : the international initiatives

Laura S. Horn

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This article focuses on the events leading to the World Summit and charts how sustainable development has developed. Discussion begins with the history of sustainable development as a concept followed by an analysis of the difficulties posed by the lack of a precise definition. Its progress post the Earth Summit will be reviewed and the question as to whether it is a principle of international law will be canvassed. Its future as envisaged in the World Summit will also be examined followed by some concluding comments.

Original language	English
Number of pages	33
Journal	Australian International Law Journal
Publication status	Published - 2003

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth

Keywords

Sustainable development
Congresses
Environmental protection
Environmental responsibility
World Summit on Sustainable Development 2002 Johannesburg, South Africa

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Emerging trends in sustainable development : the international initiatives

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