This article examines the procedural mechanism of intervention at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), as outlined in Articles 62 and 63 of the ICJ Statute. In recent cases, particularly those concerning the Genocide Convention, the Court has observed a significant rise in State interventions, prompting questions about their effect on the ICJʼs procedure. The article examines how this trend reflects both a commitment to international legal norms and a potential for political manoeuvring. It assesses whether the surge in interventions enhances the Courtʼs legitimacy or risks compromising its efficiency. The discussion underscores the need for the ICJ to balance State engagement with procedural integrity.
Juliana Valle P. GUERRA (Sat,) studied this question.