US President Donald Trump has ordered a pause in the enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), a law that bans US firms from offering bribes to foreign officials. This decision follows allegations against the Adani Group by the Biden administration. The Trump administration believes that strict enforcement of the FCPA harms American economic competitiveness. As a result of this executive order, Adani Group stocks saw substantial gains. US Congressmen have criticized the previous administration’s actions against the Adani Group, calling it a misguided crusade that risks harming America’s relationship with India, a strategic geopolitical partner.
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