1. What's your reaction to these events? Are you surprised that bribery is illegal? Why do you think bribery takes place? Why do you think it needs to be outlawed?
2. Research whether other countries outlaw bribery.
3. We've said it's important for managers to be aware of external environmental forces, especially in global settings. Discuss this statement in light of the events described.
4. What might Walmart's managers here in the United States and in foreign subsidiaries have done differently? Explain.
5. Walmart is not the only company to be linked to bribery. Find at least three other examples and describe those.