title: Recogntion in International Law: Recognition of States and European Integration - Legal and Political Considerations
abstract: Recognition of States in international law is a political act based on interests and assessments made by states individually. However, in granting recognition, it is the legal arguments that must prevail. The recognizing State should base its decision on a legal framework which makes the act of recognition valid and credible. At the same time, such political decision supported by legal arguments may in no way threaten international peace and security, and may not be in collision with the perempt
journal: European Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies