Derecho Mercantil Internacional Notes

These flashcards cover key concepts and terms related to International Commercial Law as discussed in the lecture notes.

Derecho Mercantil Internacional

Regulates international trade beyond national frontiers.

Comercio Internacional

Trade that occurs between countries, involving the exchange of goods and services.

Acto de Comercio

Any action that is considered commercial in nature and is subject to commercial law.

Lex Mercatoria

A body of commercial law created by merchants, applicable across borders.

CNUDMI (UNCITRAL)

United Nations Commission on International Trade Law, responsible for promoting the harmonization and unification of international trade law.

Intermediación

The process of facilitating transactions between buyers and sellers.

Código de Comercio

Legal framework that governs commercial transactions and corporate activities in a specific country.

Arbitraje Internacional

A method of resolving disputes outside the courts, often used in international commerce.

Convención de Viena

A treaty that governs international sales of goods, also known as the CISG (Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods).

Consuetudinarios

Customary laws and practices that evolve from long-standing social norms.

Jurisprudencia

The body of court decisions and interpretations of law that guide future cases.

Formalismo

Strict adherence to formal rules or conventions, particularly in legal contexts.

Prácticas Comerciales

Common practices and standards that govern the behavior of businesses within commerce.

Cámara de Comercio Internacional

An international organization focused on representing and promoting global business interests.

Contratos Internacionales

Agreements between parties from different countries that are subject to international law.

Empresas Multinacionales

Companies that operate in multiple countries, impacting international trade regulations.

Desarrollo Sostenible

Economic development that aims to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own.

Comercio Marítimo

Trade that occurs via sea routes, covered by specific maritime laws.