On October 30, 2024, the Permanent Mission of Sierra Leone to the United Nations announced the Government of Sierra Leone’s endorsement of my nomination by the Sierra Leone National Group. As a distinguished SCHOLAR, PRACTIONER, and LEADER in international law, I bring a wealth of expertise and an unwavering commitment to justice to serve as a judge on the World Court.
The election will take place at the United Nations in New York in November 2026.
I envision an International Court of Justice that serves as a cornerstone of global stability and fairness. Drawing on my extensive experience at the UN International Law Commission -
where I have held several leadership positions and contributed as the special rapporteur for the topic "Subsidiary Means for the Determination of Rules of International Law" under Article 38 of the ICJ Statute - I aim to:
It is a great honor to be nominated to serve on the bench of the International Court of Justice (“ICJ/the Court”) for the 2027-2036 term. As I seek the support of all UN Member States, for the elections that will take place at the United Nations in New York in November 2026, I wish to share my sense of the vital role of the ICJ in contemporary international affairs.
Sierra Leone announces the candidacy of Professor Jalloh for election to the International Court of Justice for the 2027 to 2036 term.
AMBASSADOR PERMANENT REPRESENTATIVE
As part of demonstrating our commitment and support, the Government of Sierra Leone, upon the nomination of the National Group, is pleased to announce the candidacy of Professor Charles Chernor Jalloh for election to the ICJ for the 2027 to 2036 term, with elections to be held in November 2026.
As a member of the International Law Commission (“ILC”) since 2017, and currently the Special Rapporteur for the topic “Subsidiary means for the determination of rules of international law” and the Chair of the Working Group on Methods of Work and Procedures, in addition to the many other leadership positions, Professor Jalloh’s competence in international law is well recognized, and he is of high moral character. Based on his experience, expertise and qualifications, Professor Jalloh would contribute scientific rigor and sound practical experience to the Court’s work. We look forward to engaging all member States in the months ahead as we seek your support for this important endeavour.
We look forward to engaging all member States in the months ahead as we seek your support for this important endeavour.
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