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1. History & Theoretical Approach of Singapore in International Law
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1.1 History of Early Interactions between Singapore and International Law and the International Community

1.1.1 The Pre-Colonial Period

Located in archipelagic Southeast Asia, Singapore has historically been part of various Asian empires that ruled the region. The Buddhist Sri Vijaya Empire – which lasted from about 650 to about 1377 – was …

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Tan, Kevin YL and Li-ann, Thio, “1. History & Theoretical Approach of Singapore in International Law”, in: Encyclopedia of Public International Law in Asia Online, General Editor: Seokwoo Lee. Consulted online on 26 September 2023 <http://dx.doi.org/10.1163/2772-8161_EPIL_COM_2064>
First published online: 2021
First print edition: 20210922



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