RCMP Charge Calgary Man With Conspiracy To Bribe Thai Officials

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have recently laid charges against the president of a Canadian commercial aircraft company under the federal Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act (CFPOA), for allegedly conspiring to bribe Thai public officials. It is alleged that this individual conspired to bribe Thai military officials in relation to a proposed deal involving a commercial aircraft from Thailand's national airline.

The CFPOA is Canada's primary anti-corruption statute and is focused on combating bribery and corruption of foreign public officials. The scope and reach of the CFPOA is wide-ranging. It applies to the worldwide conduct of Canadian citizens, permanent residents, corporations, and other business organizations.