International Cooperation

In all of its activities, the Court relies on international cooperation, in particular from States. 

States Parties are obliged to cooperate fully with the Court in its investigations and prosecutions.  States Parties may cooperate in, inter alia, arresting persons wanted by the Court, providing evidence for use in proceedings, relocating witnesses, and enforcing the sentences of convicted persons.

The Court may also receive cooperation from non-States Parties, and may enter into arrangements or agreements to provide cooperation. 

International organizations also provide important support to the Court.  Foremost among these is the United Nations.  On 4 October 2004, the President of the ICC Philippe Kirsch and the Secretary-General of the United Nations Kofi Annan concluded the Negotiated Relationship Agreement between the International Criminal Court and the United Nations. 

This Agreement provides for institutional relations, cooperation and judicial assistance between the Court and the United Nations while reaffirming the independence of the Court.