One in three Swiss companies pays bribes abroad
Christian Fernsby ▼ | March 1, 2024
Despite increased anti corruption measures, the illegal practice of informal payments or “gifts” in foreign business remains widespread, Transparency International Switzerland wrote in a press release on Wednesday.Article continues below ■ What to read next
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