Law in the Face of the Changing Problems of the World

A timely reminder of the realities to which contemporary law is now called upon to respond is captured in the theme “Law in the Face of the Changing Problems of the World.” For generations, it has been hardly deniable that law has provided legal certainty through predictability, has moved toward justice in pursuit of an ideal of law, and has served the function of coordinating social life. As we live today—and move into the future that lies ahead—law is increasingly called upon to undertake the task of reformulation through deeper reflection and more rigorous deliberation than ever before, in the face of shifting international dynamics, unprecedented environmental crises, the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, and more. To meet these challenges, maintaining an awareness of social realities while simultaneously engaging in profound reflection on the ideal dimensions of law will be crucial.

At IVR 2026 in Istanbul, we will share the responsibility not only for exploring “Law in the Face of the Changing Problems of the World,” but also for sustaining our ongoing academic discourse in the agora of this IVR community. I believe that IVR 2026 will provide a space in which we can engage in communicative processes that allow us to delve into philosophical insight amid the rapidly changing dynamics of contemporary society. I hope that our conversations here will open pathways for imagining how law might continue to evolve in ways commensurate with our shared human aspirations.

Jin-Sook Yun, President of IVR

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