Doing business in key global jurisdictions

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Businesses are becoming increasingly global. However, while business itself may transcend jurisdictional borders, every jurisdiction will maintain its own regulatory approach and will have its own customs and practices with which businesses operating in that jurisdiction will need to comply.

There may be increased political or legislative risks that should be taken into consideration by businesses before they commence operations in certain jurisdictions.

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