{"id":1091,"date":"2024-08-07T11:15:18","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T11:15:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alghanimhc.com\/test\/?page_id=1091"},"modified":"2025-08-13T15:39:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T15:39:41","slug":"anti-bribery-and-corruption-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.alghanimhc.com\/test\/anti-bribery-and-corruption-policy\/","title":{"rendered":"Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-1\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-10\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"mobile-safe-article-body abacp\">\n<div class=\"text-block-with-nested-lists\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size L1_heading excludeTopPadding\"><strong>Statement of Policy<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Alghanim Healthcare (AHC), we are committed to conducting our business with the highest standards of <\/span><b>integrity, transparency, and accountability<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ensuring compliance with all applicable anti bribery and anti corruption laws and regulations, including Kuwaiti legal frameworks, the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the U.K. Bribery Act (UKBA), and other relevant global statutes. AHC<\/span>\u00a0upholds a <b>zero tolerance policy<\/b> towards bribery and corruption in any form, whether involving government officials, private entities, or individuals. We strictly prohibit offering, accepting, or facilitating any form of improper payment or advantage, either directly or indirectly, in all markets where we operate. Our\u00a0employees, business partners, and stakeholders are expected to adhere to the highest ethical standards, ensuring that no actions compromise AHC\u2019s reputation or the trust placed in us by our customers, partners, and regulatory authorities. This\u00a0policy aligns with our broader <b>Code of Conduct and Business Ethics<\/b>, which serves as a guiding framework for our operations and decision making processes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size L1_heading\"><strong>Scope of Application<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This policy applies to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>All Alghanim Healthcare employees, management, and board members<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including full time, part time, contract, and temporary staff.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Business partners, suppliers, contractors, and third party representatives<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> acting on behalf of AHC.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All business activities across our <\/span><b>local and international operations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including interactions with government bodies, healthcare professionals, and commercial partners.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size L1_heading\"><strong>Key Policy Guidelines<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li><b>Prohibition of Bribery and Corruption<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AHC personnel and affiliates must never:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer, provide, or accept any form of bribery, including money, gifts, favors, or incentives, to influence business decisions. (Quid Pro Quo)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage in activities that could be perceived as corrupt or unethical, such as kickbacks, facilitation payments, or preferential treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participate in business dealings that could create conflicts of interest or undermine our ethical commitments.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Gifts and Hospitality<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While AHC recognizes that business hospitality is a customary practice, it must always comply with the following guidelines:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gifts must be of nominal value, appropriate, and consistent with local customs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No gifts, payments, or benefits should be offered to government officials or healthcare professionals to gain business advantages.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any hospitality provided must be duly approved, recorded, and align with our compliance standards.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Permissible expenditures include any journal subscription, medical\/educational event, sponsorship, speaker fees, training fees, group meetings, business meals, actual travel and lodging expenses directly related to such activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Interactions with Government Officials<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Given the highly regulated nature of the healthcare industry, interactions with government officials and public sector representatives must:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be conducted transparently and ethically.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comply with local and international anti corruption regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be documented to reflect legitimate business purposes only.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Third Party Due Diligence<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before engaging with any third party partners, suppliers, or consultants, AHC will:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conduct thorough due diligence to assess compliance risks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Require partners to adhere to AHC\u2019s anti bribery standards through contractual obligations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regularly monitor and audit business relationships to ensure ongoing compliance.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><b>Reporting and Whistleblowing<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AHC encourages all employees and stakeholders to report suspected violations of this policy without fear of retaliation. Reports can be made confidentially through:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Dedicated compliance email channels.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct reporting to supervisors, HR, or the compliance officer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anonymous submissions through internal reporting platforms.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All reports will be handled with strict confidentiality and impartiality, and appropriate actions will be taken to address confirmed violations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Books and Records and Internal Controls<\/b>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Accurate and Transparent Record Keeping<\/b>\n<div class=\"pdiv\">At Alghanim Healthcare (AHC), we are committed to maintaining <b>accurate, transparent, and fair records<\/b> of all business transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies. Our financial records are maintained with the highest level of integrity and detail, reflecting the true nature of our operations and financial activities.<\/div>\n<div class=\"pdiv\">\n<p>We have established a <b>strong system of internal controls<\/b> to prevent, detect, and address any potential violations of our policies or regulatory requirements. Under no circumstances shall false, misleading, or artificial entries be made in our books and records. Every payment, transaction, and financial recordregardless of valuemust be documented with precision and accuracy to uphold our commitment to ethical business practices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Expense Reporting and Accountability<\/b><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All expenses incurred by Alghanim Healthcare employees, contractors, and representatives must be:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fully documented with a clear and detailed description of the purpose of the expense.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supported by valid, original receipts or invoices that accurately reflect the amounts incurred.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Submitted and recorded in strict compliance with AHC\u2019s Travel &amp; Expense Policy and applicable financial guidelines.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The submission or acceptance <\/span><b>of false, incomplete, or misleading receipts and invoices is strictly prohibited<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and any attempt to manipulate financial records will result in disciplinary action, including potential legal consequences.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p>We\u00a0expect all AHC personnel to exercise <b>utmost diligence and responsibility<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in maintaining financial integrity and complying with our internal financial controls, ensuring that all transactions support our mission of transparency and accountability. For<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0any inquiries or clarifications related to expense reporting ordinarily record keeping, employees should consult the Finance or Compliance departments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>For any inquiries or clarifications related to expense reporting and financial record-keeping, employees should consult the Finance or Compliance departments.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Compliance and Enforcement<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\nAHC enforces strict compliance with this policy through:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"list-style: disc;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Regular training programs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to educate employees and partners on anti corruption measures.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Periodic audits and compliance checks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to identify and mitigate risks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Strict disciplinary actions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including termination and legal proceedings, against violations of this policy.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size L1_heading\"><strong>Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethical Commitment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At AHC, we recognize our role in contributing to the well being of the communities we serve. Our ethical commitment extends beyond compliance to fostering a culture of <\/span><b>integrity, responsibility, and respect<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ensuring that our business operations contribute positively to society and uphold Kuwait\u2019s ethical business landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size L1_heading\"><strong>Summary and Disclaimer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alghanim Healthcare remains steadfast in its mission to provide trusted, high quality healthcare solutions while upholding the highest standards of integrity. We call on every employee, partner, and stakeholder to join us in maintaining our reputation as a responsible, ethical, and transparent healthcare leader in Kuwait and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For further details or inquiries regarding this policy, please contact the Compliance Office at <\/span><a href=\"mailto:compliance@alghanimhc.com\"><b><u>compliance@alghanimhc.com<\/u><\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-1\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Statement of Policy At Alghanim Healthcare (AHC), we are committed to conducting our business with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability, ensuring compliance with all applicable anti bribery and anti corruption laws and regulations, including Kuwaiti legal frameworks, the U.S. Foreign 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