Public Affairs and political analysis

Public Affairs and

Political Analysis

Public Affairs advisory is embedded in a clear understanding of complex problems and a resolute mindset for opportunity creation. When public affairs strategies are successful, they normally turn risks into opportunities.

Below are some cases that illustrate how we can be your trusted partner in this journey.

Some Success Stories

Challenge

A multinational company faced the temporary closure of its manufacturing facility over tax claim disputes.

Actions

Case preparation and internal coordination.
Legal defense.
Review of supply chain alternatives.

Results

Operations normalized within days of closure.
Settlement reached with other stakeholders.

Resuming operational continuity after closure of production facility

Challenge

In 2017, a multinational company with operations in the Middle East was being accused for allegedly contributing to the illegal occupation of Occupied Palestine Territories in Israel.
The case quickly gained media traction as a result of social media and the involvement of multinational agencies.
A potential blacklisting would have caused huge reputational impact and operational disruptions for the company.

Actions

Development of a robust PA strategy to streamline narrative and clarify the company's position regarding allegations
Case preparation and internal coordination
Stakeholder mapping
Network deployment

Results

Blacklist prevented.
Media blitz neutralized.
Operational continuity restored.

Overcoming allegations on human right violations

Challenge

In 2018, a landslide in a limestone quarry resulted in +75 casualties and major damages to local communities. Given that the incident had occurred in the proximity of the company's facilities, public scrutiny quickly escalated and regulatory actions were enforced.

Actions

Through proactive engagement with authorities and a strong remediation program, the company was able to resume operations within days of the incident and preserved its social license.

Results

Legal proceedings avoided.
Company was able to resume operations.
Social license preserved.

Turning a major crisis into an opportunity

Challenge

In the aftermath of the Arab spring, a company operating in the middle east faced investment risks related to the potential reversal of a privatization processes.

Actions

Political analysis on the government's public policy perspective.
Stakeholder mapping to understand key actors.
Activation of first-hand sources to collect information around labor conflicts.

Results

Privatization reversal was avoided.
Labor conflicts neutralized.
Labor stability restored.

Neutralizing social animosity and ensuring operational continuity

Turning Risks into Opportunities

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