Special Topic: Law and Counter-terrorism

Description

This course examines the legal and political aspects of counter-terrorism efforts in modern societies, with a particular focus on New Zealand. It covers the relevance of the international legal framework for counter-terrorism, regional frameworks, and comparative assessments of national approaches. The course addresses the political and social debates surrounding the application and creation of counter-terrorism law, examining the role of law enforcement and security forces in counter-terrorism, the relationship between counter-terrorism and human rights, and the impact of counter-terrorism on democratic societies. The course will also explore case studies of counter-terrorism efforts around the world.