Commemorative Ceremony to mark the 150th anniversary of the Institute of International Law

On Friday 8 September 2023 a ceremony was held to commemorate the foundation of the Institute which took place 150 years ago.

The event took place in the Salle de l’Arsenal of the Ghent City Hall in Belgium

1.30 pm: guided tour of the city and city hall

3.00 pm: word of welcome by Ms. Sofie Bracke, Alderman of Economy, Trade, Sports and Port

3.05 pm: statement by the Secretary-General of the Institut de Droit international, Mr. Marcelo Kohen

3.15 pm: statement by the representative of the Belgian National Group of the Institut de Droit international, Mr. Pierre d’Argent

3.25 pm: statement and unveiling of the commemorative plate by the President of the Institut de Droit international, Mr. Mohamed Bennouna

3.30 pm: reception hosted by the city of Ghent