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signatar

Signatar is a noun used in diplomatic and legal contexts to denote a person or entity that signs a document, especially a treaty or charter. The term is closely aligned with the English word signatory and appears in various languages to designate those who sign an instrument of agreement.

Etymology and scope: Signatar traces to Latin signator, meaning “one who signs,” from signare, “to sign.” The

Legal implications: In international law, a signatar’s signature often signals consent to be bound by the instrument,

Usage and context: Signatar can refer to the individual or entity signing on behalf of a state

See also: Signatory, Treaty, Ratification, Accession, Instrument of ratification.

form
and
exact
usage
vary
by
language,
but
in
many
legal
texts
it
serves
as
the
equivalent
of
“signatory”
and
appears
in
lists
of
parties
or
signatories
to
a
treaty.
though
binding
effect
may
depend
on
subsequent
ratification,
accession,
or
entry
into
force
as
defined
by
the
treaty.
The
precise
status
of
a
signatar
is
determined
by
the
treaty’s
terms
and
applicable
domestic
law.
or
organization,
or
to
the
party
identified
by
its
signatoire
on
the
instrument.
In
historical
and
contemporary
records,
lists
of
signataries
help
identify
who
participated
in
the
negotiation
and
adoption
of
an
agreement.