News
On this page, you will find recent articles and statements by Prof. Herdegen. In addition, you will find a concise overview of interviews, new publications, and announcements.
Seminar, Winter Semester 2026/27
Professor Herdegen will be offering a seminar on International Law – covering topics in International Economic Law and International Biotechnology Law – together with Professor Claudia Seitz during the upcoming winter semester.
Exam Papers available for inspection (Summer Semester 2026)
The following exams
- Introduction to International Economic Law (Prof. Dr. DDr. h.c. Herdegen)
- European and International Human Rights Protection (Prof. Dr. de Wet, LL.M. (Harvard))
- Law of the European Economic and Monetary Union (Dr. Steffen)
may be reviewed at our chair (Adenauerallee 44, 3rd floor) on the following dates:
- Tuesday, 6 October (10 a.m. - 12 p.m.)
- Thursday, 8 October (10 a.m. - 12 p.m.).
Please register in advance by 5 October, stating your student number, with Ms. Katharina Kronhardt.
United Nations
In his articles published in the “Neue Zürricher Zeitung” on 09.03.2026 and 28.03.2026, Prof. Herdegen examines the United Nations’ effectiveness.
Iran-War
In the article "Eine unbequeme Wahrheit über das Völkerrecht", Professor Herdegen comments on the war against Iran. He also addresses this topic in the 87th episode of the podcast "Gerechtigkeit und Loseblatt" and in "Spiegel". In interviews with "Zeit" and "Focus", Prof. Herdegen examines the scope of States' right to self-defense under international law.
US-Operation in Venezuela
In the article "Proportion und Kontext - das Völkerrecht wird in Zeiten des Neoimperialismus nur überleben können, wenn es eine differenzierte Anwendung erfährt", Professor Herdegen comments on the U.S. military strike against the Venezuelan dictator Maduro.
He also discusses the issue in an interview with Die Welt.
(Pro-) Seminar "Internationales Recht der Biotechnologie"
In the 2026 summer term, Prof. Dr. Seitz, M.A. (London), will offer a (preliminary) seminar on “Internationales Recht der Biotechnologie” in the specialization areas No. X and XI (new PO).
A meeting for interested students will take place on January 13, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. via Zoom. The dial-in information can be requested at akronhar@uni-bonn.de.
(Pro-) Seminar "Aktuelle Herausforderungen des Völkerrechts"
In the 2026 summer term, Prof. Dr. DDr. h.c. Herdegen will offer a (preliminary) seminar on „Aktuelle Herausforderungen des Völkerrechts“ in the specialization area No. XI (new PO).
A meeting for interested students will take place on January 12, 2026, at 1 p.m. via Zoom. The dial-in information can be requested at llange@uni-bonn.de.