German prosecutors named H-P in a criminal bribery case against a current and two former employees, potentially exposing the computer maker to fines.

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The Russian authorities accuse Ms Tymoshenko, a former gas industry oligarch, of bribery and are pursuing a criminal case against her.

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Mr Ngcuka is used to coming under attack, but he unleashed a veritable war within the African National Congress when he pronounced that there was enough prima facie evidence to pursue a case against Deputy President Jacob Zuma in connection with allegations of bribery linked to the government's arms procurement deal, but not enough evidence to secure a conviction in court.

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Against this background, the Siemens case is good news for governments and businesses hoping to reduce foreign bribery and remain competitive.

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