The UK and many European countries are taking a strong stance against bribery in overseas business hoping to stifle criminals who are taking advantage of the law
Several recent cases suggest there is increasing international momentum in governments’ efforts to prosecute companies and individuals for bribery and suspicious payments to overseas third parties. The implications for those who continue to ignore the relevant legislation can be devastating. Fines can be crippling and PR fallout extremely damaging; an indictment can lead to the collapse of a company.
