Members are required to respect the highest standards of business practices
Members will make every effort to comply with the laws of Montenegro
Members will avoid knowingly assist any third party in violating any law of Montenegro
Members will not pay or receive bribes or participate in any fraudulent or corrupt practices
Members will honor their contractual obligations and commitments
Members will abide by the rules of fair competition
Members will treat other members with fairness, respect and good intentions
Members shall arrive at a consensus prior to taking a position with government officials on a specific issue
Members will be transparent in communicating AmCham positions to government officials
Members will not attempt to influence government officials through the exchange of gifts, money, or information
II. AmCham to Members Conduct
The Chamber will apply the same high standards in its relations with non-members
Respond promptly and fully to member requests and inquiries
Deliver products, services, and payments as promised and in a timely fashion
Represent collective members’ interests when deemed appropriate
Reject and actively discourage any form of bribery or favoritism in the conduct of business
III. AmCham to Business Conduct
The Chamber shall engage in fair business practices.
Refrain from providing false or misleading information
Honestly represent itself in negotiations
Uphold the spirit as well as the letter of the law in developing and fulfilling all contract arrangements
Neither accept nor offer any form of bribery or improper use of personal relations in conducting its business
IV. AmCham to Employee Conduct
The Chamber shall provide a safe and harmonious working environment
Guarantee fair treatment of all employees based on performance, regardless of race, color, nationality, gender, creed, sexual orientation or political viewpoint
Provide a safe and healthy environment in the workplace, including reasonable protection from physical hazards as well as from any behavior which may qualify as harassment
Inform and regularly update employees on company policies and procedures
Educate, train, or certify employees, as needed, in skills specific to the duties and responsibilities of the position
Assist in career planning and development
Tolerate no management or employee embezzlement or profiteering
V. AmCham to Government Conduct
The Chamber shall respect local laws and regulations.
The Chamber will make every effort to comply with the laws of Montenegro
Refrain from attempting to influence any interests through the exchange of gifts, money, or information; or engaging in any other activity that may be construed as corrupt or in violation of the letter and/or spirit of Montenegrin law
Recognize the scope and boundaries distinguishing the public and private sectors by remaining privately funded, clearly defining Chamber positions and transparently conducting activities supporting those positions, and refraining from asking for special treatment based on improper use of personal relations while conducting professional activities
VI. AmCham to Community Conduct
The Chamber shall respect local laws and regulations.
The Chamber shall play an active role in the community and demonstrate corporate social responsibility