Szczupak v. Agent Judiciaire Du Trésor Public.

Abstract

State responsibility — Claims — In general — Before municipal courts — State immunity before foreign courts — Remedy before courts of State claimed against — The law of France.

State Succession — With regard to contractual and other obligations and concessions — Attorney’s fees and costs of legal proceedings — Proceedings commenced in Israel on behalf of Moslem foundation at request of French diplomatic representatives — Foundation for benefit of Moslem pilgrims from the Maghreb — Whether Algerian State succeeded to duty of representing its interests abroad — Whether Algerian State responsible for attorney’s fees and legal proceedings — Meaning of term “Maghreb” in 14th century — The law of France.