Law of International Organizations

Finally, Schmitt adds that states that provide support to terrorists do so at great risk in light of the shifting balance between the rights of territorial inviolability and self-defense. Simply put, it can be thus said that there is no aspect in the US Security Strategy—either the 2006 or 2002 models—that can be viewed as illegal under international law. Schmitt says however that it is certainly possible to pursue the strategies in an unlawful manner, for instance by acting forcefully in self-defense when non-forceful alternatives remain viable.

National Security Strategy

I also am of the opinion that partnerships that rely on voluntary adherence rather than binding treaties have its disadvantages too. While it is true that the absence of treaties will reveal the true commitment of allies, signing of treaties will likewise ensure the support of countries to the cause till the end –no matter the cost. As earlier noted, voluntary adherence may result to countries pulling out before the results are achieved.