Honorable engagement or undertaking
Term · Insurance and risk management · MLC-T-INS-001744
A principle in reinsurance where parties are expected to act in good faith and uphold the spirit of their agreements, even if a strict legal interpretation might allow for a different outcome. This concept emphasizes trust and mutual understanding in the long-term relationships between reinsurers and ceding companies. It often implies that disputes should be resolved through arbitration rather than litigation.
| Identifier | MLC-T-INS-001744 |
|---|---|
| Field | Insurance and risk management |
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