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Steering Clear of the Potholes

December 2010 | Vander Giordano, Sao Paulo & Allie Nichols, New york

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.

Battling Fraud & Corruption in Colombia

December 2010 | Andres Otero, Miami & Ernesto Carrasco, Bogota

By leveraging public outrage, the new administration of President Juan Manuel Santos has an opportunity to change the   country's "anything goes" culture and attack the scourge of corruption with a new sense of purpose.

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The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

December 2010 | John Price, Miami

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 need to be analyzed carefully. In many cases, only an enhanced due diligence will identify the risks.

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Sending the Wrong Message

December 2010 | Paulo Sergio Franco & Scheila Santos, Sao Paulo

Turning back the clock, the Brazilian government tightens land rights legislation, restricting land purchases by foreign companies and individuals.

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