HAVET & VANHUFFEL – Association d’avocats
The United Nations General Assembly adopted on May 20, 2026. a resolution recognizing the responsibility of States that fail to comply with their climate commitments and legal obligations. The non-binding text echoes the position set out by the International Court of Justice in an advisory opinion issued in July 2025.
To access the UN communication following the adoption of this opinion, please follow this link:https://press.un.org/fr/2026/ag127doc.htm
To consult the advisory opinion of the International Court of Justice, follow this link: https://earthlaw.network/fr/international-the-international-court-of-justice-delivered-its-advisory-opinion-on-july-23-2025-at-300-p-m-on-the-obligations-of-states-with-regard-to-climate-change-as-well-as-on-the-legal-co/.