Platkos Inc.applies for a permit to import their goods to Russia.A Russian official denies their permit.Platkos hires a Russian consultant,a very low level official to act as a lobbyist.The consultant is paid a very large fee.When the permit is approved,Platkos sends the consultant a thank you gift.Is this scenario permissible under the FCPA?

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The Answer of Platkos Inc.applies for a permit to import their goods to Russia.A Russian official denies their permit.Platkos hires a Russian consultant,a very low level official to act as a lobbyist.The consultant is paid a very large fee.When the permit is approved,Platkos sends the consultant a thank you gift.Is this scenario permissible under the FCPA?