It is with great sadness to learn that Professor James Richard Crawford, the leading scholar, and practitioner in international law, passed away today at the age of 72.

He was a Professor of International Law at the University of Cambridge, as well as a practitioner in international, regional, and national courts and tribunals. He also served as a judge in the International Court of Justice since 2015.

Prof. James R. Crawford was a member of the TRAC international board since its establishment in 2004.

Tehran Regional Arbitration Centre expresses deep sorrow and extends sincere condolences to Professor Crawford’s colleagues, friends, and family. He will be greatly missed.