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Ex Aequo Et Bono
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ex aequo et bono
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: according to what is equitable and good
: on the merits of the case often used in international law when a matter is to be decided according to principles of equity rather than by points of law
Source: Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of Law ©1996. Merriam-Webster, Incorporated. Published under license with Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.