> Except paying the bribes doesn't cost anyone except the company paying them. It also establishes a norm of pay-to-play and increases the overall cost of entr

> Except paying the bribes doesn't cost anyone except the company paying them. It also establishes a norm of pay-to-play and increases the overall cost of entry into a market. This can decrease overall investment/entrants into the market and subsequently services and employment from being offered to residents. The company can be a victim and retain some culpability.