The International Criminal Court

The video discusses the effectiveness of the International Criminal Court (ICC) over its 10-year history. It highlights the court's limited success, focusing mainly on African countries, which has led to perceptions of bias. The speaker critiques the ICC's strategy of targeting high-profile cases and suggests focusing on cases where justice can be more easily achieved. The importance of the ICC is acknowledged, but improvements in case selection are recommended to enhance its deterrent effect.

What is the primary goal of the International Criminal Court as discussed in the video?

• To promote international trade

• To deter crimes by bringing perpetrators to justice

• To mediate international conflicts

• To provide humanitarian aid

Why has the ICC been criticized for its focus on African countries?

• Because it has been too quick to issue arrest warrants

• Because it has been too lenient in its prosecutions

• Because it has focused on economic crimes

• Because it has ignored crimes in other continents

What is one of the main challenges faced by the ICC in prosecuting cases?

• Insufficient legal framework

• Political interference from the UN

• Indicted individuals being dead or at large

• Lack of funding

What criticism does the speaker have regarding the ICC's choice of cases?

• The court focuses too much on low-profile cases

• The court chooses high-profile cases that are difficult to prosecute

• The court avoids cases involving heads of state

• The court only prosecutes cases from Europe

What does the speaker hope the new prosecutor will do differently?

• Increase the number of cases from Asia

• Choose cases where the court can be more effective

• Focus on economic crimes

• Avoid prosecuting any heads of state