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Law Without Links: Re-Locating International Economic Law Within The Sphere Of Law And Society, Alexandra R. Harrington

Alexandra R. Harrington

Abstract: Law Without Links, Alexandra R. Harrington. This article argues that, in order to understand international economic law now and in the future, it is necessary to relocate it squarely within international law rather than as a subgroup at best, or an almost separate entity at worst. The reason for this argument is the author’s belief that attempts to create or define international economic law as occupying a separate space in relationship to international law ignore the intertwined nature of these areas of law, threatening to undermine their ability to work in tandem – and with other areas of international …

Faceting The Future: The Need For And Proposal Of The Adoption Of A Kimberley Process-Styled Legitimacy Certification System For The Global Gemstone Market, Alexandra R. Harrington

Alexandra R. Harrington

Abstract: Faceting the Future: The Need for and Proposal of the Adoption of a Kimberley Process-Styled Legitimacy Certification System for the Global Gemstone Market, Alexandra R. Harrington, Esq.

Diamonds, so the song goes, are a girl’s best friend. According to various advertisement campaigns, diamonds are also a unique symbol of emotion because they are “forever.” It is certainly difficult to challenge these assertions as to the beauty of a diamond. However, these societal perceptions often overshadow the importance and history of other gemstones. The Bible refers several times to the value of rubies. Throughout history, gemstones of all varieties have …