KnE Social Sciences

Published date: Oct 31 2025

Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences

Issue title: The 8th Legal International Conference and Studies (LICS 2025): Corporate Responsibility and Environmental Law Through Economic & Business Management Practices

Pages: 297 - 303

DOI: 10.18502/kss.v10i27.20069

Carrel Ticualucarrel.ticualu24@gmail.comDoctoral of Law Program, Universitas Islam Sultan Agung (UNISSULA), Semarang

This study aims to analyze the role of international law in sustainable natural resource management. In the era of globalization, natural resource management is not just the responsibility of each country but requires international cooperation to maintain the sustainability of the global ecosystem. Several international legal instruments, such as the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), and the Paris Agreement, have regulated the use of natural resources in a more equitable and sustainable manner. However, major challenges arise from the imbalance of capacity between countries, excessive exploitation of natural resources, and weak international law enforcement mechanisms. This study identifies the role of international law in facilitating collaboration between countries and overcoming these obstacles, emphasizing the importance of strengthening oversight and accountability mechanisms. In conclusion, sustainable natural resource management requires legal innovation and more effective international cooperation to achieve global sustainability goals.

Keywords: international law, management, natural resources

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