Article | June 30, 2026
FCPA Enforcement: Where the Bribery Actually Happened
FCPA enforcement trends analyzed by geography. Discover where bribery risk is concentrated and how it impacts global compliance, investigations and risk management.
Rongcheng “RC” Chen is a Director in Secretariat’s Global Investigations and Disputes practice, based in Singapore. A Chartered Accountant and Financial Forensic Professional, he brings extensive experience in forensic accounting, regulatory investigations, and dispute resolution. He has led complex, multi-jurisdictional investigations and advises clients on navigating financial and regulatory challenges.
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Mr. Chen has extensive experience investigating high-profile and cross-border matters involving fraud, misconduct, and financial irregularities across multiple jurisdictions. His work has involved engagement with regulators such as the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), and Singapore’s Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau.
His clients include both multinational corporations and local firms across a range of industries, including technology, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, financial services, and manufacturing. He is fluent in English and Mandarin.
Prior to joining Secretariat, Mr. Chen was a Senior Director at a large multinational consultancy, and prior to that served as a Manager at a Big Four forensic accounting practice. He also served as an investigator in the Anti-Financial Crime Investigations team at a global bank, where he conducted investigations into fraud, employee misconduct, and other high-risk matters
FCPA Enforcement: Where the Bribery Actually Happened
FCPA enforcement trends analyzed by geography. Discover where bribery risk is concentrated and how it impacts global compliance, investigations and risk management.
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