Going undercover: the paradox of political risk insurance
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2011
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Spagnoletti, B.
O'Callaghan, T.
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Asia-Pacific Journal of Risk and Insurance, 2011; 5(2, article no. 4):1-23
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Political risk insurance is an insurance product sold to firms as a means to protect them against some political risks associated with investing abroad. This paper argues that political risk insurance may in fact be a source of political risk. Looking at cases in the Asia-Pacific region, we argue that investing firms should exercise caution when considering political risk insurance. We conclude with several recommendations for reform of the political risk insurance industry.
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Copyright 2011 Asia-Pacific Risk and Insurance Association