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Control Risks

Control Risks
Compliance
India
Cybersecurity
International Arbitration
Disinformation
Dispute Resolution
Sanctions
Multilateral Development Banks
Ukraine
Foreign Investment
United States
Critical Minerals
Compliance Programs
China
Donald Trump
2024 U.S. Presidential Election
Committee On Foreign Investment In the United States
South African Elections
Vietnam
Pharmaceutical Industry

Control Risks is a specialist global risk consultancy that helps organisations succeed in a volatile world. Through insight, intelligence and technology, we help you seize opportunities while remaining secure, compliant and resilient. When crises and complex issues arise, we help you recover. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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The US-Iran conflict is far from over. As shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slows once again, concerns over energy security, supply chains and inflation continue to shape boardroom discussions around the world. In this episode of Ground Truth, we... more

Kidnap-for-ransom and extortion incidents are rising, becoming more complex, opportunistic and global.

In this episode of Ground Truth, we draw on Control Risks’ latest report, Kidnap and Extortion in 2026, pairing expert analysis with frontline res... more

Six months on from RiskMap 2026, Control Risks experts assess how the global risk landscape is actually unfolding. From geopolitical shocks and shifting US policy to accelerating AI risk and rising societal pressure, this episode cuts through the noi... more

How do you know when you have enough evidence to act? In investigations, determining the sufficiency of evidence gathered is often the thorniest part of the job.

Join host Sushmit Bhattacharya as he speaks with Control Risks' Brian Mich on the real-... more

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Sorana Parvulescu
Global head of geopolitical and country risk
Control Risks
Episode: Ground Truth | Escalation and energy shocks in the Strait of Hormuz
Arran Kennedy
Maritime risk team
Control Risks
Episode: Ground Truth | Escalation and energy shocks in the Strait of Hormuz
Barnaby Fletcher
Principal in geopolitical and country risk practice
Control Risks
Episode: Ground Truth | Escalation and energy shocks in the Strait of Hormuz
Mark Rossin
Director of Response Operations, Control Risks
Control Risks
Episode: Ground Truth | Kidnap and extortion: rising risks, evolving tactics
Michael Barty
Director of Special Risks Analysis, Control Risks
Control Risks
Episode: Ground Truth | Kidnap and extortion: rising risks, evolving tactics
Claudine Fry
Partner, geostrategic advisory
Control Risks
Episode: Ground Truth | RiskMap revisited: what's happened, what's next?
Caitlin Egen
Director, digital risk practice
Control Risks
Episode: Ground Truth | RiskMap revisited: what's happened, what's next?
Jonathan Wood
Principal, geopolitical and country risk practice
Control Risks
Episode: Ground Truth | RiskMap revisited: what's happened, what's next?
Sârra-Tilila Bounfour
A dual qualified lawyer in France and the US and a leading integrity expert with deep experience in MDB investigations and sanctions litigation.
Episode: In Re: - Decoding Investigations: Compliance considerations

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Casper Layton
Host with Control Risks background, providing front-line risk and geopolitical insights
Sushmit Bhattacharya
Host and principal in fraud and forensics practice
Martina Rozumberkova
Principal at Control Risks with the Forensic Practice
Jon Preston
Host of INRAE, Director in Investigations and Forensic Accounting Practice
John Kim
Host of In Re, Control Risks

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    Excellent and efficient global update.

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Ground Truth | Escalation and energy shocks in the Strait of Hormuz
Q: So where does the solution to this situation come from, Sorana?
The likely path is a protracted stalemate or gradual escalation/de-escalation cycles rather than a decisive grand bargain, given competing incentives, domestic politics, and regional sensitivities; the parties may negotiate while also pressuring each other through policy shifts and sanctions.
Ground Truth | Escalation and energy shocks in the Strait of Hormuz
Q: Barney, you've mentioned the decision making process as such in Washington. But how's this playing out amongst the American voting public?
Polling indicates the Iran conflict is unpopular, inflation is more unpopular, and midterm dynamics pressure both parties; while Congress has not yet reversed presidential actions, these political pressures complicate a clear, durable stance on Iran and Hormuz.
Ground Truth | Escalation and energy shocks in the Strait of Hormuz
Q: Barney, if I could turn to you first, what was in the memorandum of understanding and crucially what was not in it that means we're in a situation we find ourselves in today?
The MOU was a tentative trust-building step that envisioned opening Hormuz gradually in exchange for Iranian benefits like unfreezing assets and easing oil sanctions; however, its vagueness and the lack of concrete commitments meant it was easily interpreted or misinterpreted, keeping the situation fluid and unresolved.
Ground Truth | Kidnap and extortion: rising risks, evolving tactics
Q: What can organizations do to counter this risk at an individual level when traveling or working abroad?
They should understand the local security environment, obtain tailored travel advice, avoid displaying wealth, and vary routines to reduce predictability, all while leveraging crisis management and behavioral threat assessment resources when available.
Ground Truth | Kidnap and extortion: rising risks, evolving tactics
Q: Michael, tell us about your role.
Michael describes Special Risks Analysis as the analytical unit that supports response consultants by delivering actionable intelligence on kidnap, extortion, and threats, drawing on a large in-house database and regional insights.

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A risk-focused podcast that regularly brings together Control Risks practitioners and outside experts to unpack geopolitical shocks, regulatory changes, and compliance challenges facing multinational organizations. Episodes frequently center on risk management, investigations, anti-corruption, and technology-enabled governance, with practical takeaways for enterprise strategy, due diligence, and incident response. Notable strengths include access to frontline practitioners, real-world case examples, and clear implications for clients navigating volatile global markets. The show often features senior practitioners discussing how clients adapt to fast-evolving geopolitics, AI governance, and complex regulatory regimes, making it valuable for ... more

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