
Compliance requires overcoming cultural barriers. To start with, in some countries the taboo against bribery is not as strong as it is here.

Compliance requires overcoming cultural barriers. To start with, in some countries the taboo against bribery is not as strong as it is here.

Criminal penalties for violating the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act can be substantial. Businesses found guilty may be fined upwards of $2.5 million for each offense, or twice the amount gained as a result of the violation.

Published: June 1st 2007 | Updated:

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