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5. Non-contractual claims arising from damages caused in the performance of their official duties by employees of the Commission to third parties shall be presented by the injured party through the Coordinating Committee to the appropriate authorities of the Commission for settlement. The authorities of the Republic of Panama may submit advice and recommendations on Panamanian law to the claims authorities of the Commission for their use in evaluating liability and amount of damages. The Commission shall assure payment of the appropriate damages, if any are due.
6. Contractual claims-against the Commission shall be
settled in accordance with the dispute clause of the contracts, and in the absence of such clause, through presentation of claims to the Commission.
7. The Commission shall require contractors and subcontractors referred to in Article XI of this Agreement to obtain appropriate insurance to cover the civil liabilities that may be incurred in the territory of the Republic of Panama as a result of acts or omissions done in the perform~nce of official duty by their employees. The Coordinating Committee shall establish the general standards for such insurance.
8. The authorities of both Parties shall cooperate in the investigation and procurement, of evidence for a fair disposition of claims under this Article.

TIAS 10031