C.I.S. overland shipments challenge cargo insurers. (Commonwealth of Independent States)

From: National Underwriter Property & Casualty-Risk &Benefits Management | Date: September 26, 1994| Author: Jennings, John | Copyright information

Marine insurance in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) has become problematic since democratic reforms were implemented in the region, according to International Union of Marine Insurance conference participants. Crime, the condition of the transportation system, the state of ports, communications, storage facilities and distribution systems are among the challenges facing insurers.

The opening of the former Soviet Union to freer trade under the more democratic government...

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