Global Bribery and Corruption Outlook

2019

Introduction

Introduction

Each year, our compliance and investigations lawyers around the world take stock of the bribery and corruption trends of the preceding year and begin anticipating the important issues of the next. While none of us have a crystal ball, we are pleased to share our outlook for 2019, based on industry news and data, recent engagements, and client feedback.

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With huge fines across new industries and jurisdictions, it is clear that regulators outside the U.S. are paying greater attention to bribery and corruption

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2019 in three minutes

2019 in three minutes

The reach of anti-bribery and corruption laws and regulations is forever expanding. The effects can be seen in Europe, the U.S., Latin America, Africa, Asia; in fact, wherever you do business. With these changes come new risks: rising fines and sanctions, widening liability, and stronger enforcement regimes.

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The global outlook

The global outlook

United Kingdom

Decision in SFO v ENRC restores privilege — but what’s next?

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Europe

An overview of recent changes

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United States

What lies ahead? The impact of recent policy pronouncements on FCPA enforcement

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Brazil

A conversation about life after Car Wash

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Mexico

Tackling corruption from the top

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Africa

The corruption risks for business

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China

Legislative and regulatory reforms

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South East Asia

Cultivating a compliance culture in South East Asia

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Hong Kong

A busy year for Hong Kong’s enforcement authorities

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About IWCF

About IWCF

About IWCF

Our award-winning team handles all issues relating to enforcement, whistle-blowing, criminal liability, regulatory violations, tax investigations, and asset recovery. We pursue and defend claims against executive boards, and we craft internal programs and policies that comply with global legislation, such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the UK Bribery Act.

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