WorldJuly 13, 2026

tribunal

/traɪˈbjuːnəl/

Definition

A court of justice or a judicial body authorized to hear and resolve specific disputes, particularly those concerning international law.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'tribunalis', referring to the elevated seat occupied by a Roman magistrate known as a 'tribunus'. The term evolved in English to denote a place of judgment or an official board appointed to settle disputes.

In the news

In the article, the term refers to the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea, the judicial institution where Sylvia Adusu serves as a judge to help resolve global maritime conflicts. It highlights her role in interpreting international legal standards for ocean governance.

Ghana: 10 things to know about Sylvia Adusu, ITLOS’s first African woman judge

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