Globalisation is a key agenda in the world today and dealings between and among states, international organisations, non-governmental organisations and transnational corporations multiply by the day. The conduct of the various subjects of the international society in their mutual intercourse is regulated by public international law.

The topic of public international law is complex and invloves a multitude of sources, many of which may not be easily understood by the student, layman or beginner. This book serves to provide a simplified account of the legal principles governing public international law. It deals with that body of rules and regulations that govern legal relations between various states and international organisations.

It also provides a quick reference and revision guidance to beginners, particularly those studying the subject. All chapters are written in the most direct and simple language that the general public and the non-professionals, who are interested in the workings of public international law and wish to be equipped with the basic knowledge and principles of the subject, can easily understand.

The authors have drawn upon their wide experience in teaching this subject to prepare this highly readable book which seeks to shed light on and facilitate a quick understanding of the general concepts of public international law. The extensive reference list provide useful signposts for further reading and research where necessary.

KEY FEATURES

• Provides detailed hands-on practical guidance on mooting
• Chapter objectives identify clearly scope of each chapter
• Supported by practical examples
• Contains valuable tips to improve mooting skills
• Written in simple and engaging style
• Provides "structured training" for successful mooting
• Leverages on authors' wide experience as mooting coaches and judges

Mooting to Win is a guide for every participant of moot court competitions. It provides a full overview of the process, from why one should participate in a moot court competitions, team selection and planning at the outset, to a detailed overview of the written memoranda that need to be drafted all the way to the most important phase, the oral pleadings. The Appendix to the book deals with what one should do after participating in a moot court competition to ensure that it is not just a one-time experience but proves to be something lasting. The practical advice and pointers contained in this book will no doubt be highly valuable to support successful participation in moot court competitions.

This book contains several thousand hours of direct experience of the authors in moot court competitions (participating, coaching and sitting as judges), as well as more than 10,000 hours of indirect experience, such as acting as lawyers in "real" cases (predominantly international arbitration), teaching and practising negotiation, and researching on the most important fields that one needs to master in order to do well in a moot court competitions.

Students who undertake mooting as part of their university studies, both at undergraduate and postgraduate level, will also find the pointers and tips immensely valuable and instructive to help them master the art of mooting.