There are several critical components in the selection, use and retention of any Foreign Business Partner, such as agents, resellers, joint venture partners or distributors. In view of the critical risks a US Company must manage when entering into a relationship with a Foreign Business Partner, the US Company should, prior to establishing the relationship, kick off the risk management process by initiating thorough due diligence on the proposed Foreign Business Partner. Remember, due diligence, due diligence and once that has been completed; more due diligence.
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