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Q:Compared with other jurisdictions, what is unique in your jurisdiction? Under the current economic scenario, why should people put money there? A: Compared with other offshore jurisdictions, Hong Kong is more regulated and transparent with superior tax system and infrastructure. Hong Kong still enjoys the rapid economic growth under the current economic scenario, thus have attracted people to put money there. Q:What are the most popular financial products in your jurisdiction? How can they protect the interests of investors? A:Hong Kong is one of the world leading international financial centers, thus is able to provide almost all financial products, such as...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY OVERVIEW - EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2014

Q: Compared with other jurisdictions, what is unique in your jurisdiction? A:Guernsey : Is the first, and so far the only, jurisdiction which has introduced "Image Rights" legislation to help protect against the misuse of peoples images - notably film stars, sports people etc..; Has received the strongest endorsement of all international financial centres from the International Monetary Fund following their review of the islands regulatory regime in 2010 and 2011; Is the most compliant of all jurisdictions (including US and UK) with regard to the FATF 49 Recommendations on AML and CFT. The island is politically and economically stable with...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY JURISDICTION 2014

Q: Compared with other jurisdictions, what is unique in your jurisdiction? Why should people put money there? Cyprus is a well established international business centre with   an efficient infrastructure, favourable tax and legal environment, safe and efficient international banks, experienced and well qualified lawyers, accountants and other professionalsA democratic and free society with a well established legal system. A good geographic position at the crossroads to Middle East, Eastern Europe and North Africa.A time zone enabling to work in the morning with China and the Far East and inthe afternoon with the West.Full membership of the EU and EURO Zone.Compliance with...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY JURISDICTION 2014

Q:Compared with other jurisdictions, what is unique in Cook Islands in terms of asset protection? A:The Cook Islands had the first asset protection features in its trust legislation and is regarded as having the strongest legislation.  Precedents with our highly regarded court system and the expertise and service of our trustee companies has resulted in the Cook Islands as the premier asset protection trust jurisdiction. Political stability, New Zealand currency, and renowned experts give clients comfort and confidence in our services. Q: What are the most popular asset-protection products on the islands? How can they protect the interests of investors?...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY JURISDICTION 2014

Q&A for Asia Outbound Autumn-Austria Q: Compared with other jurisdictions, what is unique in your jurisdiction? Under the current economic scenario, why should people put money there? A: Austria, right in the center of Europe is one of the few Member States of the EU which pays more into the budget of the EU than getting out from it. Austria has a very stable and growing economy, Austria managed to survive the crisis without suffering from damages and has a very robust banking system which is well known for its famous bank secrecy.  Q: What are the most popular financial products in...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY JURISDICTION 2014

1) What are the advantages of the jurisdiction for Chinese investors? Cyprus is a well established international business centre with an efficient infrastructure, favourable tax and legal environment, efficient banks, experience and well qualified lawyers, accountants and other professionals A democratic and free society with a well established legal system. A good geographic position at the crossroad to Middle East, Eastern Europe and North Africa. A time zone enabling to work in the morning with China and the Far East and in the afternoon with the West. Full membership of the EU and EURO Zone. Compliance with OECD and FATF...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY SPONSORED CONTENT 2018

Malta registered or resident companies are subject to a 35% tax rate. Shareholders of Malta companies may however, upon a dividend distribution, claim a refund equivalent to 6/7ths of the income tax paid by the Malta Company in Malta, with a net effective tax rate of 5%.  Furthermore, by investing at least 100,000 euros by way of fully paid up share capital which may not be redeemed, reduced or transferred to a third party during the first two years one can obtain an employment license and the right to reside in Malta during the period of employment. Moreover relief from...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY OVERVIEW - EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2019

Austria, a Member State of the European Union, offers perfect access to the European Market and gives direct access to all EU Directives. Austria has a tax treaty with China since 1992 and with Hong Kong since 2011.Holding shares in an Austrian company does not trigger CFC-legislation in China and Austrian based companies have access to currently 90 tax treaties Austria has signed with other countries and have access to 59 Investment Protection Treaties signed with other countries. Furthermore, domestic Austrian tax legislation foresees significant tax exemptions for foreign source income and offers additional tax benefits. What types of companies...

CORPORATE & FIDUCIARY SPONSORED CONTENT 2014