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Export Controls and Sanctions: Stealing the Enforcement Limelight?

corruptionbribery August 9, 2012 0

The Justice Department always touts its FCPA, Criminal Antitrust and Health Care Fraud enforcement programs. It is very proud of its record in these areas. But quietly and methodically the Justice Department

How To Resist A Bribe In International Transactions

corruptionbribery August 8, 2012 0

Compliance programmes covering corruption and anti bribery among companies doing business in Sub Sahara Africa are becoming common. A problem still exists, however, when bidding for projects or conducting daily business. Solicitation from

Navigating Corruption Risks in China

corruptionbribery August 1, 2012 0

The FCPA paparazzi like to wring its hands over anti-corruption compliance in China. Some of the wringing makes sense; some does not. No company should avoid entering or expanding into China because of corruption

Global Retailers: The Next Industry Sweep

corruptionbribery July 31, 2012 0

Press reports have come out with supposed “news” – the Justice Department is considering launching a new industry sweep of global retailers. This is no surprise. Recent events have underscored the risks that global

A Year After UK Bribery Act 2010 – How does Translation Play a Role?

corruptionbribery July 30, 2012 0

The UK Bribery Act has been viewed by many, since its introduction on 1 July 2011, as the “gold standard” for anti-corruption legislation. The Act applies to individuals committing an act in the UK, and

Measuring Deterrence: How Big a Fine Will Deter Corporate Crime?

corruptionbribery July 27, 2012 0

The Justice Department takes a lot of flack from the business community for settling civil and criminal cases with large fines and penalties. The recent GlaxoSmithKline settlement of $3 billion underscored an important

The Bribery Act: one year on

corruptionbribery July 26, 2012 0

The UK Bribery Act 2010 came into force on July 1, 2011 and represents an attempt to replace an outdated anti-corruption regime that had attracted strong criticism from influential international bodies such as the

8 Questions Directors and Senior Management Should Ask About Their Company’s Anticorruption Compliance Efforts

corruptionbribery July 25, 2012 0

In the wake of continuing press reports about the role of bribery in international commerce, many corporate directors and senior executives are asking for a fresh look at their company’s exposure to the risks