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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: The Isle of Man has a wide and diverse economy with regulation and consumer protection at the very heart of its ethos. The Island is proud of its credentials as an OECD 'white-listed' jurisdiction for transparency and is internationally recognised by the IMF, FATF, EU Code of Conduct and other international bodies as meeting our international obligations. Q:What are the most popular financial products in your jurisdiction? How can they protect the interests of investors? A:The Isle of...

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Malta has a proud and distinguished maritime tradition and its shipping register is the largest in Europe and the seventh largest worldwide. In international shipping the Malta flag is now synonymous with quality and confidence. As such, with a view to emulating its success in connection with its merchant fleet register, Malta is now positioning itself as an attractive, serious and cost-effective jurisdiction for international yachting and aviation. Yacht Registration Yachts may be registered under the Malta Flag regardless as to whether they are ultimately intended for private or commercial use. Any citizen of Malta or of the European Union...

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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...

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Hong Kong (HK) as a window to work with international companies. A lot of international firms like to set up office in HK in order to trade with Mainland China, therefore is easier to communicate with them in HK.HK has good reputation in the world; foreigners are more willing to trade with HK Company and build up good image for it. HK is an international finance centre with a wide range of financing channels, easy borrowing and financing.Funds parking in HK can increase the flexibility of its utilizing.Stable banking system.No foreign exchange control, no restriction and no need for application.No...

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1) What are the advantages of the BVI as an offshore jurisdiction for Chinese investors? What makes it different from other jurisdictions for Chinese investors?The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has built a reputation as one of the world leading finance centres meeting the needs of international businesses and high net worth individuals. Advantages for Chinese investors using BVI structures and services include:Asset security- the ability to transfer domicile; protect assets from expropriation or confiscation orders from foreign governments; Transfer assets to another company, trust, foundation, association or partnership; Merge or consolidate with any other BVI or foreign company in accommodating...

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1) What are the advantages of Canada EPCs for Chinese businessmen? Canada EPCs (Extra Provincial Corporations) are genuine Canada companies. However, profits generated by EPCs are not subject to Corporate Income Tax in Canada, if EPCs are not trading with Canada residents / Canada companies. Canada is not internationally recognized as a low-tax jurisdiction. Youwill enjoy benefits of international business through a Canada company - a positively acclaimed jurisdiction - and no tax payable to Canada. 2) What are the requirements for EPC company formation in Canada? Canada EPC requires at least one natural person Director. Canada EPC must have...

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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...

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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...

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