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Facing record deficits and unsustainable levels of debt, governments have spotted an opportunity to raise some easy cash from multinational companies through more frequent scrutiny of transfer pricing practices... Read full feature »
Tax-News.com Special Feature: Malta E-Gaming Review 2011/12

In the autumn of 2000 the Maltese government passed legislation enabling online betting centres to be set up in the country... Read full feature »
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Malta, like Cyprus, has been obliged to dismantle its old 'offshore' companies regime as a trade-off for joining the European Union... Read full feature »
Tax-News Special Feature - Cyprus Shipping Review 2011/12

The Cypriot shipping industry has experienced strong growth since the creation of the shipping registry in 1963 and several ingredients have combined to make Cyprus one of the most important locations... Read full feature »
US Tax Developments - Stimulating the US Economy

In recent weeks, efforts to stimulate the US economy have centred on two major pieces of tax legislation introduced into the United States Congress, both having the avowed intention of boosting job creation; but there is considerable doubt... Read full feature »

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Last updated 25 hours ago | Friday, January 27, 2012

US Treasury Aims To Lower FATCA Burdens
UK Gives Commonwealth Games Athletes Tax Boost
India Signs Multilateral Tax Cooperation Convention
Irish Fiscal Advisory Council Issues Report
Japan-Peru EPA To Take Effect On March 1
More Pre-Budget Consultations For Canadian Businesses
Malta Signs TIEA With Gibraltar
Time For Tax Transparency, Says UK Lawmaker
WTO To Ease LDC Accession Requirements
Bill To Extend US Social Security To Puerto Rico
St Kitts And Nevis Budget Consolidation On Track
Fiji Raises Departure Tax

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International Tax »

US Treasury Aims To Lower FATCA Burdens

During her remarks at the New York State Bar Association Annual Meeting, Acting Assistant Secretary for Tax Policy, Emily McMahon, indicated that regulations for the implementation of the provisions of the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act are in the final stages of clearance at the United States Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service. Continue Reading »

International Law »

Japan-Peru EPA To Take Effect On March 1

After an exchange of notes, the Economic Partnership Agreement between Japan and Peru, which promotes the liberalization and facilitation of trade in goods and services between the two countries, will enter into force on March 1, 2012. Continue Reading »

Politics & Economics »

More Pre-Budget Consultations For Canadian Businesses

Canadian government ministers have continued to hold pre-Budget consultations, engaging with representatives of small and medium-sized businesses and the information and communications technologies sector. Continue Reading »

Offshore »

Malta Signs TIEA With Gibraltar

Malta has welcomed the signing of a Tax Information Exchange Agreement with Gibraltar, which will provide both countries with tax information on request when there is evidence of fiscal crime. Continue Reading »

Business »

Guernsey Remains Leader In Non-UK Listings

Guernsey remains home to more non-UK entities listed on the London Stock Exchange than any other jurisdiction globally, according to figures from the market authority. Continue Reading »

E-Commerce »

Ireland Launches Immigrant Investor Programme

The Irish government is to introduce two major new immigration initiatives aimed at encouraging non-European migrant entrepreneurs and investors. Continue Reading »

Aviation »

UK, Caribbean Talks Focus On APD

Leaders from Caribbean nations and the United Kingdom agreed at the end of a two-day summit an action plan to establish 'a new and improved strategic partnership to promote prosperity'. Importantly, the UK government committed to reopen negotiations to mitigate the impact of the UK's air travel tax on Caribbean territories. Continue Reading »

Marine »

Double-Digit Growth For Manx Shipping Registry

The Isle of Man Ship Registry has reported that Gross Registered Tonnage increased by 12% over 2011, evidence that vessel registration in the Isle of Man continues to be in high demand. Continue Reading »

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