Russia's Cabinet Approves Maltese DTA Amendments

by Lorys Charalambous, Tax-News.com, Cyprus

Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Russia's Government has approved wording for a draft Protocol that it will seek to conclude with Malta, to revise their double tax agreement to increase withholding tax rates at source for cross-border dividends and interest income. Read Full Story

Cyprus, Russia Agree Tax Hike On Cross-Border Dividends, Interest

by Lorys Charalambous, Tax-News.com, Cyprus

Monday, September 14, 2020

Russia's Ministry of Finance has announced that it signed a Protocol to amend its double tax agreement with Cyprus on September 8, 2020. Read Full Story

Russia Turns Sights To Switzerland, Hong Kong Treaties

by Ulrika Lomas, Tax-News.com, Brussels

Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Russia's double tax agreements with Hong Kong and Switzerland are next on the radar for authorities in Russia, who are seeking to ensure the country can subject to at least 15 percent withholding tax outbound dividends and interest payments. Read Full Story

Hong Kong Lawmakers Endorse CIT Cut For Insurers

by Mary Swire, Tax-News.com, Hong Kong

Friday, July 17, 2020

Hong Kong's Legislative Council has passed a bill to reduce the profits tax for certain insurance businesses. Read Full Story

Hong Kong Releases New Guidance On Advance Rulings

by Mary Swire, Tax-News.com, Hong Kong

Friday, May 1, 2020

Hong Kong has updated its guidance on advance rulings, to reflect changes to Hong Kong's practices as a result of its efforts to comply with the OECD's minimum standards proposed as part of the base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) Action Plan. Read Full Story

Hong Kong Announces Tax Credit Handout In 2020 Budget

by Mary Swire, Tax-News.com, Hong Kong

Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Hong Kong's 2020 Budget includes plans for a one-off reduction of profits tax, salaries tax, and tax under personal assessment. Read Full Story

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