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Crime remains a significant threat for hospitals, which must take the proper precautions to secure facilities and deter attacks. While petty and violent crimes targeting hospital visitors, patients, and employees are common, the abduction of newborn infants poses the greatest risk. Additionally, hospitals remain at risk of attack by extortionists and terrorists. ...more
Although a family member or colleague's first instinct may be to phone police or other local security forces in order to assist with a kidnapping or extortion incident, police response in many high-risk kidnap countries ranges from poor to corrupt, and contacting police may exacerbate or complicate negotiations. Recent incidents from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Pakistan, India, Mexico, and Russia highlight the poor response of security services in a variety of emergencies, including kidnappings. ...more
The 2008 Beijing Olympics are a critical event for businesses seeking to break into the Chinese market, expand existing business operations, or establish relationships with key Chinese government officials and business leaders. There has been no event of comparable significance in recent Chinese history to meet and impress potential clients and partners in China. At the same time, security concerns, questions over the availability of suitable accommodations, transportation and other infrastructure constraints, and adequate access to Western-quality medical services are all issues of concern for risk managers, corporate travel planners, and executive protection specialists charged with ensuring a safe and efficient Olympics visit. At the very least, the failure to address these concerns may result in embarrassment to a company. At worst, the health and security of key personnel may be directly imperiled. In this report, Corporate Risk International highlights some key challenges to preparing for the 2008 Beijing Olympics, and provides recommendations for those attending this landmark event. ...more
International driving may pose a significant challenge for foreigners traveling overseas. Approximately 70% of all driving-related deaths, internationally, occur in the developing world. This report explores the unique dangers of operating a vehicle in a number of regions. ...more
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