

Five high-risk countries for global operations
Companies are operating in increasingly complex regulatory environments with escalating compliance costs, changing labor laws, and significant penalty risks across multiple countries.
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Global growth creates access to new markets, talent, and opportunity—but it also introduces layers of regulatory complexity that are often underestimated.
Rapidly evolving labor laws
Limited transition periods for new regulations create immediate compliance pressure
Escalating compliance costs
HR costs increasing due to new requirements.
Operational disruptions
Regulatory violations can halt business operations.
Significant financial penalties
Recent cases show penalties for violations.
The five riskiest countries
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Comprehensive support for established operations
If you're already established in these markets with significant operations, you don't have to go it alone. Many organizations have the business case to stay, but lack the specialized expertise to navigate complex local requirements effectively.
Our comprehensive approach leverages our 400+ in-country experts to handle the regulatory complexities you shouldn't have to manage internally. You gain access to local specialists who understand both statutory requirements and cultural expectations; from navigating foreign investment compliance and evolving labor laws to managing benefits administration and employment contracts that meet local standards. Our experts handle the operational details that directly address the risks in these challenging markets — staying current with local tax and finance regulations, managing escalating labor costs, and ensuring HR policies comply with changing worker protection standards, helping you reduce risk exposure without disrupting successful operations.

Strategic workforce optimization for new opportunities
Whether you're looking to hire new talent or relocate existing team members, Employer of Record services enable you to access lower-risk markets without the barriers of entity establishment.
With 17+ years of experience across 187+ countries, we help you identify optimal locations for your specific roles — balancing talent availability, cost considerations, and regulatory stability. Rather than accepting escalating compliance burdens in high-risk markets, you can establish operations in strategic markets quickly and compliantly, with no entity required. Our experts guide you through the transition, ensuring you maintain operational effectiveness while reducing exposure to the regulatory complexities that create challenges in high-risk countries.

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Operating in high-risk markets? Need help navigating compliance complexities or exploring strategic workforce optimization? Our specialists can guide you through comprehensive support, EOR solutions, and risk mitigation strategies, wherever you operate