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the beginning of negotiations. When introducing your com-
pany to a governmental unit, you might review that state-
ment in some detail.
3. Develop a strong relationship with a reputable and honest
local individual or organization in the area. Often that per-
son or organization has learned how to resist corruption
and can advise you on whom to contact in order to counter
the demands of a corrupt local official for bribes.
4. If you are approached for a bribe, explain that while you
have great respect for your counterpart, you risk prosecu-
tion under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act if you make
corrupt