In a world full of political uncertainty, mitigation of political risk is a significant factor in the success of overseas projects, investments, and contracts. By obtaining coverage against possible losses resulting from political actions or inaction by the host government, a company is free to focus on increasing its profit potential.

In addition to traditional political risk insurance programs, risk transfer strategies have become increasingly more flexible and can be adapted to better suit the needs of our clients. They can be channeled through captive management companies, special purpose vehicles, or can be used by financial institutions to mitigate the political risk in their portfolio of emerging market assets. Through creativity and flexibility, Marsh's Political Risk Practice has placed difficult risks and developed customized solutions to complex client issues.

Our clients benefit from the following:

• Risk Management Solutions: By understanding each client's unique business and philosophy, we create solutions that meet their specific insurance needs. We offer consulting services to assist risk and finance managers in determining effective political risk management strategies. We also assist with contract review, claims management, and country risk assessment.
• Industry Experience: We have successfully placed political risk programs for clients in a variety of industries including, but not limited to: aerospace, automotive, banking/finance, chemical & life sciences, construction, manufacturing, military/defense, mining, paper, pharmaceuticals, power and power/infrastructure, technology, and telecommunications.
• Market Relationships: Political risk underwriters recognize the commitment of our full-time specialists both to our clients and to their specific programs. We maintain strong ties and enjoy excellent working relationships with the major private and public sector markets. The Political Risk Practice is staffed with a team of professionals located across North America as well as London-based market placement specialists.

To learn more about the types of political risk issues we address, please contact us.

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