Reinforcing anticorruption risk training, AFA multiannual plan's priority
The French Anticorruption Agency (Agence Française Anticorruption, AFA) has placed a clear emphasis on protecting economic actors against breaches of probity. In its multiannual plan, the AFA elevates anticorruption risk training from a supporting activity to a strategic lever.
Update of CNMC's antitrust compliance guidelines
the Spanish competition authority (CNMC) has opened a public consultation to update its 2020 “Guide on competition compliance programs.” The CNMC is accepting submissions until 20 January 2026.
Regulatory adherence in Spain: UNE 19601 explained
On a rainy Thursday in Madrid, Clara, the sole compliance officer of a 250-employee aeronautics supplier, opened her inbox to find an urgent request from the CEO: “Are we ready for UNE 19601 certification before the end of the quarter? A client is asking for this.
Dawn Raids Are Back: What Sanofi’s Case Teaches Us About Compliance Readiness
The European Commission has raided Sanofi’s offices in France and Germany over suspected anticompetitive practices in the flu vaccine market. Beyond the headlines, the case is a reminder that dawn raids don’t just target classic cartels or price-fixing. This time, the suspicion is anticompetitive disparagement—a risk that often goes unnoticed by compliance officers. The lesson? A strong dawn raid protocol, regular training, and a comprehensive competition risk map are essential. Because when regulators come knocking, it’s not just about prices—it’s about being ready for the unexpected.