FRAUD - Brazil - Steering Clear of the Potholes
Brazil has committed to billions of dollars worth of infrastructure investments in preparation for the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympic Games. The opportunities for international suppliers, contractors and investors are considerable. So, too, are the risks of fraud.
Vander Giordano, Sao Paulo & Allie Nichols, New York GO TO FULL STORY
CORRUPTION - Colombia - Battling Fraud & Corruption
By leveraging public outrage, the new administration of President Juan Manuel Santos has an opportunity to change Colombia's "anything goes" culture and attack the scourge of corruption with a new sense of purpose.
Andrés Otero, Miami & Ernesto Carrasco, Bogota GO TO FULL STORY
PRIVATE BANKING - The Good, the Bad & the Ugly
For private bankers, there's nothing more enticing than the prospect of landing a wealthy foreign client, but the client's background and source of funds must be carefully analyzed. Often, only an enhanced due diligence will identify the risks.
John Price, Miami GO TO FULL STORY
LAND RIGHTS - Brazil - Sending the Wrong Message
Turning back the clock, the Brazilian government tightens land rights legislation, restricting land purchases for foreign companies and individuals. Real Estated
Paulo Sérgio Franco & Scheila Santos São Paulo GO TO FULL STORY
Source: Kroll, 14.12.2010
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