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Article 7 The Policy

IA-BOD-RES 3/2010 Effective from 21/3/2010

In arranging a Policy, the Company shall comply with the following:

  1. Use a clear legal and technical language for the Insured, subject to accuracy in setting forth the conditions to avoid misunderstanding by third parties.
     
  2. The Policy shall be clearly printed in a legible font, particularly to observe the following when printing the Policy:
     
    1. Each conditions pertaining to any event that may lead to the nullification of the contract or the lapse of the Insured's right shall be printed in conspicuous style (i.e. in a different font or different color).
       
    2. The Arbitration Clause shall be printed as a special agreement separate from the general terms and conditions incorporated in the Policy.
       
  3. The Policy must contain all terms and conditions governing the contractual relationship. The Policy shall be bound firmly to prevent the removal of any page therefrom or else clearly show if a page is removed. The number of pages shall be show in the body of the Policy and endorsements.
     
  4. Describe the subject matter insured and accurately determine the Sum Insured and scope of the coverage to avoid any confusion to the other parties.
     
  5. Explain the procedures that the Insured or the Beneficiary shall follow in the event the insured risk has occurred to receive the entitled compensation; and accurately define the deductible amount, co-insurance rate, or franchise.
     
  6. The Policy (of non-compulsory insurance) may incorporate an arbitration clause as a means to settle any dispute arising between the parties subject to the provision of clause (2) above.
     
  7. The Policy can incorporate a termination clause if the Insured failed to pay the premium. Such clause shall be written in a conspicuous manner as stated in clause (2) above.
     
  8. Life insurance policies or unit-linked fund formation policies must include a statement of the Company's obligations to regularly inform the Client of the investment position specific to this kind of insurance.
     
  9. Provide the Insured with a copy of the Policy, endorsements and amendments thereto as soon as possible after agreement thereupon.
     
  10. Develop an appropriate mechanism for the procedures of issuing policies within the Company, whereby a policy is issued pursuant to the agreement between the parties.
     
  11. The Policy shall stipulate that no amendment to any clause therein is valid unless the parties so agree.