The author explores the theoretical basis of institutionalism and applies it to treaty law and customary international law. The article recognizes that these sources of international law share mechanisms identified by institutionalism that promote cooperation. Furthermore, the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty is analyzed from an institutionalist perspective. The comment argues that the ICJ should accept jurisdiction over these claims and that the United States should unconditionally recognize the jurisdiction of the ICJ under Article IX of the Genocide Convention. This comment evaluates Brazil's progress in adopting pending anti-money laundering legislation.
Money laundering is described generally and in relation to the overall international economy.
U.S. money laundering policy is described as the world model, and a brief overview of this policy is presented. Brazil's governmental and organizational efforts to reduce money laundering are discussed. The author concludes that Brazil will better deal with its money laundering problems by taking a more aggressive stance and adopting the pending anti-money laundering legislation.