sporazum

Sporazum is a term used in several South Slavic languages, including Croatian, Serbian, Bosnian, and Slovenian, meaning an agreement or pact. It refers to a mutual understanding reached by two or more parties that creates or acknowledges rights, obligations, or expectations. In everyday language it can denote any negotiated settlement, while in legal contexts it denotes a binding contract or treaty when formalized.

Forms and scope can vary widely. A sporazum may be bilateral or multilateral, written or oral, private or public, and may operate as a domestic contract or an international treaty. In international law, the term often corresponds to a treaty, convention, or other formal agreement between states or organizations. In domestic law, it can cover commercial contracts, labor agreements, or other negotiated obligations.

Formation and content typically include details such as the parties involved, the purpose and scope, the specific rights and duties, duration, and termination or amendment procedures. The exact requirements for validity—such as offer and acceptance, consideration or lawful cause, and the intention to create legal relations—vary by jurisdiction. Some systems require a formal written instrument or ratification for international agreements; others recognize oral or implied arrangements.

Enforcement hinges on context. Domestic sporazumi are generally enforceable in courts with remedies for breach, such as damages or specific performance. International sporazumi rely on consent of states, interpretation by arbitral or judicial bodies, and, in practice, political or economic pressure, rather than centralized enforcement mechanisms.

Notes: the term is often used interchangeably with contract or treaty depending on jurisdiction and whether the agreement is binding in law.