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

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

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