Η ΑΝΤΙΜΕΤΩΠΙΣΗ ΦΥΣΙΚΩΝ ΚΑΤΑΣΤΡΟΦΩΝ ΣΤΟ ΔΙΕΘΝΕΣ ΔΙΚΑΙΟ

Natural disasters response in International Law Current trends in humanitarian relief Angeliki Fanaki PhD - Athens Law School, Head Director, Hellenic Red Cross (HRC), HRC Int’ Cooperation, Organizational Development & Programs Sector ISBN 978-960-654-232-9 Abstract: The primary subject matter of the thesis comprises the analysis the con- ceptual and legal framework of a natural disaster as a humanitarian crisis. This in- cludes a detailed critical review of the legislative provisions set out in the ILC Draft Treaty on the Protection of Persons in the Event of Disasters as well as the new emerging international disaster response regulations such as the IDRL Guidelines. The thesis aims to evaluate the interaction between these diverse legal frameworks and their potential to serve as the pillars underpinning the practical facilitation of humanitarian assistance to victims of natural disasters. COPYRIGHT All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a re- trievalsystem,ortransmitted, inany formorbyanymeans,withoutthepriorpermis- sion of NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A., or as expressly permitted by law or under the terms agreed with the appropriate reprographic rights organization. Enquiries concern- ing reproduction which may not be covered by the above should be addressed to NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A. at the address below. DISCLAIMER The content of this work is intended for information purposes only and should not be treated as legal advice.The publication is necessarily of a general nature; NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI, the author and the contributors make no claim as to the comprehen- siveness or accuracy of the information provided; Information is not offered for the purpose of providing individualized legal advice. Professional advice should there- fore be sought before any action is undertaken based on this publication. Use of this work does not create an attorney-client or any other relationship between the user and NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI, or the author, or the rest of contributors. 23 Mavromichali str. | 106 80 | Athens | Greece T +30 210 3678 800 | F +30 210 3678 819 www.nb.org | info@nb.org © 2020, NOMIKI BIBLIOTHIKI S.A. LawPublishers inEurope Also available at: www. qualex .gr