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8^_th Course for Planners and Executors of Naval Operations  (English) - 24 - 30 November 2008, Sanremo

The aim of the Course is to provide planners and executors of naval operations with a comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge of the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC), which will enable them to apply naval power in respect of LOAC in times of armed conflict, whether international or non-international in nature. This Course also considers some of the legal principles and obligations involved in the application of naval power in operations that are not subject to LOAC.

The Course is primarily designed for Navy Officers of any specialisation. Military lawyers, legal advisers and civilian defence officials who have an interest in the topic would also benefit.

Expert staff provide the course instruction. The topics are developed through a series of introductory lectures, followed by exercises where participants are expected to address specific scenarios and apply relevant legal considerations in determining appropriate advice for senior commanders. A number of case studies, dealing with particular aspects of the practical application of the principles addressed during the course, are presented.

This Course runs at the same time as the Course for Planners/Executors of Air Operations. It is offered in English and it is five working days in length. The two courses culminate in a joint exercise where an Air/Naval Campaign has to be planned.