GLOBAL ANTI-BRIBERY ENFORCEMENT: EU AND UK REACTIONS TO THE US FCPA SUSPENSION
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This article examines the global implications of the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement suspension. On February 10, 2025, the U.S. President issued an executive order which introduces a 180-day pause on FCPA investigations and enforcement for a policy review. As one of the most influential anti-corruption laws globally, the FCPA has shaped compliance standards and corporate liability for bribery across various jurisdictions and continues to influence enforcement practices internationally. Its suspension has significant implications for worldwide anti-corruption efforts, prompting the EU and UK to reassess and adjust their regulatory frameworks. The study employs dialectical and comparative legal approaches, as well as systemic-structural analysis. The results indicate the need for adapting regulatory strategies in the EU and the UK due to changes in regulation. The conclusions highlight potential shifts in anti-corruption policies and emphasize the necessity of further research to assess the long-term impacts on global legal systems.
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corruption, legislation, liability, regulatory changes, compliance standards, transnational cooperation, legal system impact
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