The Historical Evolution and Essence of International Economic Sanctions and Countermeasures in the Light of the Objective of Ensuring the Economic Security of the Republic of Moldova
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https://doi.org/10.54481/Keywords:
national security, economic security, economic sanctions, countermeasuresAbstract
The international normative framework is very complex and covers a wide range of aspects in guaranteeing international security, which also affects national security. However, it does not eliminate or mitigate all security challenges, threats and risks. In this sense, it is necessary to analyze both the historical evolution and the essence and forms of international economic sanctions that aim to ensure compliance with the norms of public international law and affect not only the targeted state but also the economic security of its population. We can find a great diversity of definitions of economic sanctions, but the overwhelming majority of authors recognize their direct impact on the economic security of the affected state. This article reflects the classic and modern trends in defining the essence and concept of economic sanctions in public international law in the light of the imperative to ensure national security.
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