（）anything provided for in Clause 7 and 8 of this bill of lading and subject to Clause 17，if it can be proved where the loss or damage occurred the carrier and the merchant shall，as to the liability of the carrier，be entitled to require such liability to be determined by the provisions contained in any relevant international convention or national law.

A. Notwithstanding
B. Whatsoever
C. Whereabout
D. Neverthele