Jus cogens pops up in trade debate

- Commentators have invoked the jus cogens concept in recent online trade law discussions to argue certain norms are non‑derogable in treaty contexts. - A high‑visibility social post connected jus cogens norms to trade governance and the limits of state conduct under international law. - The reference is being used rhetorically to stress absolute constraints when states negotiate trade or security commitments. (x.com)