Introduction

Many commentators write that Article 7 of the Convention on the International Sale of Goods (CISG) forms its backbone. Reading the text and the history of the convention, it is easy to see why. The article is simple and easy to read: (1) In the interpretation of this Convention, regard is to be had to its international character and to the need to promote uniformity in its application and the observance of good faith in international trade. (2) Questions concerning matters governed by this Convention which are not expressly settled in it are to be settled in conformity ...