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Why do we need international law? An animated explainer

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Learn all about international law with BBC Learning English. We take a look at why international law is needed, how it is used to "bridge" the gaps between sovereign states and how it can be used to help solve global problems like climate change.

Reflect on the limitations of international law in managing conflicts and agreements between sovereign entities based on the island analogy.

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