Transformation From Soft Law to Hard Law of International Environmental Protection: Process, Basic Concepts And Principles – Part II: “No transboundary environmental harm”, “Precautionary”, “Environmental impact assessment” and “Access to information and participation in decision-making process” principles

Abstract

Transformation From Soft Law to Hard Law of International Environmental Protection: Process, Basic Concepts And Principles – Part II: “No transboundary environmental harm”, “Precautionary”, “Environmental impact assessment” and “Access to information and participation in decision-making process” principles

Keywords

• International Environmental Protection
• Access to information
• Soft Law
• Hard Law

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