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Abstract This article focuses on the way in which Eurocentric conceptualisations of the 'international' are reproduced in different geopolitical contexts. Even though the Eurocentrism of International Relations has received growing attention, it has predominantly been concerned with unearthing the Eurocentrism of the 'centre', overlooking its varied manifestations in other geopolitical contexts. The article seeks to contribute to discussions about Eurocentrism by examining how different conceptualisations of the international are at work at a particular moment, and how these conceptualisations continue to reproduce Eurocentrism. It will focus on the way in which Eurocentric designations of spatial and temporal hierarchies were reproduced in the context of Turkey through a reading of how the 'Gezi Park protests' of 2013 and 'Turkey' itself were written into the story of the international.

Migration flows from and into Thailand are shaped by the country's strategies for economic development and other government policies. Numerous theories of international migration, as well as recent experience, imply that levels of migration to Thailand will increase and that many migrants will wish to stay for a long period or permanently. Because Thailand has not explicitly incorporated international migration into its economic and social development planning, its migration policies are often inconsistent with other development goals. The government should strive for policy coherence by conducting a careful analysis of the future demand for and impacts of international migration and by aligning its migration policies with national objectives. For this process to be effective, a public dialogue concerning international migration should be initiated.

"This paper sets out a vision for international relations and development cooperation for the year 2030. It argues that the major transformation of the international political economy between 2007 and 2030 is likely to be the rise of large developing countries to great power status. Current trends in the growth of the economic and political power of such countries are examined, as are risks to their continued growth. These trends suggest that by 2030, it is highly likely that China, and potentially other developing countries will have become major powers, and that the international distribution of power will be multipolar. This multipolarity is less likely to be conflictual than in previous periods of historical multipolarity because of the growth of international institutions and because of the economic interdependence of major powers. The implications of this rise of large developing countries on poorer, smaller countries are not clear cut: while smaller developing countries may benefit from an increased diversity of development paradigms and reformed international institutions, conflict amongst great powers for power and influence could be played out on their territory. However, conflict between North and South over development goals and objectives is not thought to be a major risk. The overall vision for 2030 is an optimistic one, but this optimism depends both on the actions of existing and new powers in the coming 25 years." (author's abstract)

This first volume of EtYIL focuses on issues concerning the developing world in general and (the Horn of) Africa - and Ethiopia - specifically. It argues that rebalancing the international law narrative to reflect Africa's legitimate interests is an urgent priority, and can only succeed through the fair representation of African countries in the creation and interpretation of international law. The book begins by reflecting on the ICJ's West African Cases and provides a unique perspective on decolonisation as a source of jus cogens and obligations erga omnes. This is followed by a comprehensive analysis of the reception of international law in the Ethiopian legal system, and of the potential implications of Ethiopia joining the WTO. The book then delves into such topical issues as the relationship between competition for natural resources and international investment law, the UN Global Goals and the fledgling international climate change regime, with particular emphasis on the Paris Climate Agreement and their implications for developing countries. Further issues include the Declaration of Principles on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam signed by Ethiopia, Sudan and Egypt in light of Nile colonial treaties and contemporary international watercourses law, as well as selected legal implications of the armed conflict in South Sudan. Gathering high-quality scholarship from diverse researchers, and examining a constellation of critical international law issues affecting developing countries, especially African countries, the book offers a unique resource.

Globalisation and international governance constantly pose challenges to international law. This constant challenge can only be understood if one keeps in mind that globalisation and international governance are not simple and linear developments, but rather complex and contradictory processes. The emergence of several overlapping and competing normative orders - characterized in terms of 'new medievalism' and 'legal pluralism' - has given impetus to some age-old debates in international law: What is the role of the 'international community'? What is the proper function and meaning of state sovereignty in international law? What are the powers of international organizations in relation to the overlapping legal orders of their member states? At a more practical level, the problem of 'legal pluralism' is discussed in the context of the proliferation of international tribunals: how does this affects the unity and coherence of international law and what should be the proper role of lawyers in dealing with competing norms and competences? Finally, the complex and contradictory nature of international governance is illustrated by the role of international non-governmental organizations in different periods and areas, such as criminal law, environmental law and cyberspace. This book discusses the above-mentioned topics from a multidisciplinary perspective. It combines insights from international relations theory, legal theory and international law in an attempt to clarify some issues of globalisation, international governance and international law

Die vorliegende Arbeit analysiert, ob sich aus steuerlicher Sicht die Zwischenschaltung einer ausländischen Betriebsstätte, die Finanzanlagen verwaltet bzw. als Financier des Einheitsunternehmens agiert, als Sachverhaltsgestaltung eignet. Es wird gezeigt, dass die zwischenstaatliche Gewinnaufteilung im internationalen Einheitsunternehmen durch die Zwischenschaltung einer derartigen Finanzierungsbetriebsstätte gezielt beeinflusst werden kann. In die Untersuchung werden auch die steuerrechtlichen Grenzen der jeweiligen Sachverhaltsgestaltung einbezogen. Der Inhalt Zuordnungskriterien von Funktionen und Risiken nach dem Functionally Separate Entity Approach Finanzierungsbetriebsstätte als Verwaltungsstätte von Finanzanlagen Finanzierungsbetriebsstätte als Financier des Einheitsunternehmens Die Zielgruppen Dozierende und Studierende der Rechts- und Wirtschaftswissenschaften mit dem Schwerpunkt Steuerrecht oder Steuerlehre Praktiker und Führungskräfte im Bereich des internationalen Steuerrechts Der Autor Johannes Zausig ist wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiter am Lehrstuhl für Betriebswirtschaftslehre, insbesondere Steuerlehre an der Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

"Durch eine international abgestimmte Reform der Entwicklungspolitik erscheint es trotz geringer werdender Mittel möglich, die Effizienz der Entwicklungshilfe deutlich zu steigern: Zunächst einmal bedarf etwa die Hälfte der Entwicklungsländer nicht mehr unbedingt einer ausländischen Unterstützung. In Afrika muss die für die wirtschaftliche und soziale Entwicklung überaus schädliche Überförderung einer Reihe von Ländern aufgegeben werden. Die unkontrolliert vergebenen Strukturanpassungs-Kredite des Internationalen Währungsfonds an die afrikanischen Staaten stellen einen gefährlichen und belastenden entwicklungspolitischen Fremdkörper dar. Würden die volkswirtschaftlich üblichen Kriterien zur Messung der Verschuldungslage angewendet, könnte das vorgesehene Schuldenerlass-Volumen deutlich abgesenkt werden. Die Absicht von Weltbank und IWF nach dem Schuldenerlass durch weitere Kredite umgehend wieder die hohe Verschuldung herbeizuführen, sollte von deutscher Seite nicht unterstützt werden." (Autorenreferat)