Monaco Raids Unaoil Offices Over Global Oil Corruption Probe
Monaco authorities raided the offices of Unaoil, an energy services company, and the homes of its directors after Britain asked for help investigating alleged corruption in the global oil industry. Monaco's government said on its website that it acted after receiving an urgent request for international judicial assistance in criminal matters from Britain's Serious Fraud Office (SFO). Unaoil directors were questioned by Monaco police on Tuesday and Wednesday, the government said. A joint report by Australia's Fairfax Media and the Huffington Post reported that the U.S.
BHP, Leighton Bribery Inquiry Possible
An Australian senator called for an inquiry into suspected foreign bribery at top companies including miner BHP Billiton and contractor Leighton Holdings, saying the country needs tighter enforcement against corruption. The Australian Federal Police is already investigating Leighton and BHP, which is also in talks with U.S. authorities, on the allegations. The call by Labor Senator Sam Dastyari reflects his frustration with the lack of any enforcement action in the matter by the Australian police. "This is not simply a witch-hunt or a look at Leighton Holdings.
