ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE
Operating in high-risk regions demands more than a solid business plan—it requires navigating legal minefields and ethical challenges. From avoiding complicity in war crimes to ensuring compliance with anti-bribery laws, local regulations, and military technology controls, the risks are immense. We deliver the expertise to help you stay compliant, protect your reputation, and thrive responsibly.
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Ensuring compliance with anti-bribery regulations in high-risk areas requires targeted actions. We assist businesses in conducting in-depth due diligence on third parties, identifying red flags such as undisclosed agents or suspicious payments, and implementing tailored procedures to meet French Sapin II law as well as local regulations standards. Our approach includes ongoing risk assessments, training programs, and audit-ready documentation.
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The success of international operations relies on choosing reliable partners. Third-party risk management identifies and mitigates risks tied to suppliers, distributors, and agents, ensuring compliance with laws like anti-bribery and sanctions regulations. We help you vet partners, monitor compliance, and implement controls to prevent legal violations and reputational harm, safeguarding operations in high-risk environments.
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In some contexts, businesses may inevitably interact with armed forces or groups, increasing the risk of complicity in gross violations such as war crimes. Thanks to our dedicated network of local observers, we help companies manage these risks by conducting in-depth due diligence, mapping local dynamics, and implementing robust compliance frameworks, ensuring adherence to international law and reducing exposure to legal and reputational harm.
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The sale and use of military technology are governed by strict international regulations designed to prevent gross violations of international law. While export control regulations serve as an initial safeguard against sales to high-risk stakeholders, they do not fully protect companies from potential criminal liability. If military technology is used to commit war crimes or crimes against humanity, defense companies and investors may face significant legal and financial risks. We provide tailored advice to help you manage these risks proactively, offering strategic solutions to address challenges as they arise.