Duties and responsibilities of Officers

Duties and responsibilities of Officers


What are the Duties and Responsibilities of Officers?

The obligations and responsibilities of officers are similar in nature to those of  In particular, officers have an obligation of honesty and loyalty as well as one of prudence and diligence. Officers may also share certain statutory obligations and liabilities with directors.

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