2002 marked a significant step for international cooperation with the establishment of the International Criminal Court, created to hold individuals accountable for the most serious crimes and to promote justice on a global scale. Its founding reflected a collective effort by nations to strengthen the rule of law worldwide.
The year also saw the introduction of the euro as physical currency in much of Europe, a milestone in economic cooperation that simplified travel and trade across the continent. Millions of people began using the new banknotes and coins in their daily lives.
In sports, the FIFA World Cup held in South Korea and Japan brought nations together in celebration of football, while music and film continued to entertain audiences around the globe.
Looking back, 2002 stands as a year defined by cooperation, when institutions and currencies designed to unite people across borders took meaningful shape.
A brighter side
Notable constructive milestones
The International Criminal Court was established
The court began work under the Rome Statute to prosecute the most serious international crimes.
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