Government Relations (GR)
Our Government Relations (GR) practice encompasses strategies and activities to build and maintain relationships between our clients and government agencies, officials and authorities. Key GR functions include:
- Monitoring and analysing developments: Tracking legislative and regulatory changes in all taarget jurisdictions to inform strategic plans and advocacy campaigns.
- Engagement with legislators and regulators: Meeting with policymakers to share information and advocate for policies aligned with client objectives.
- Issue advocacy: Educating policymakers and the public on issues relevant to the client.
- Corporate diplomacy: Helping our client build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, industry leaders and local communities. Leveraging our extensive network and diplomatic skills, we help clients achieve their business objectives while fostering goodwill and mitigating conflict.
- Strategic advice: Advising our client on how to engage in the policy-making process, including developing position papers, drafting legislation and testifying before legislative committees.
- Compliance training: Providing resources on compliance with laws and regulations, including disclosure of political contributions and lobbying registration.
We ensure that all GR activities comply with relevant laws and ethical standards in the specific jurisdictions where such activities take place, address potential conflicts of interest and maintain transparency.