Beijing, which can’t afford to let its attack on civil liberties scare away global banks and financiers, is offering them a big tax break and other perks.
Tag: Taxation
As Energy Prices Tumble, Developing Countries Trim Subsidies
Trying to cut spending as the pandemic reduces tax revenue, governments are finding it easier to lift restraints on what consumers pay for fuel.
A €750 Billion Coronavirus Recovery Plan Thrusts Europe Into a New Frontier
Adopting the proposal would make history for the bloc, vesting authority in Brussels in ways that more closely resembled a central government.
A €750 Billion Virus Recovery Plan Thrusts Europe Into a New Frontier
The European Commission wants to issue bonds to raise the funds, taking a step closer to a shared budget potentially paid for through common taxes.
Married Women on the Island of Jersey Win Control of Their Taxes
Under laws in place since 1928, husbands have full control over a couple’s financial affairs. But that is set to change.
For Prince Harry, No Special Treatment in Canada
When it comes to immigration, taxation and even what they call themselves, Harry and Meghan will be no different than any other newcomers to Canada.
Yes, It May Be the Scariest Place on Earth. But It Has a Great School and 5G.
For braving life inside the Demilitarized Zone, the 188 residents of a South Korean village get great perks, like tax breaks, exemption from military service and superfast internet access.
Labour Party Manifesto: Corbyn Plan Offers ‘Radical Answers’ for the U.K.
The opposition leader proposed a $100 billion tax increase on the wealthy to pay for a sweeping nationalization program and hikes in spending for education and health care.
Modi Cut India’s Red Tape. Now He Hopes to Win Votes for His Work.
Taxes are simpler, and bureaucracy has been trimmed. Prime Minister Modi wants a second term to prove that India is open for business.
Macron’s Great Debate Finds What France Wants: Lower Taxes, No Cuts to Services
The findings of President Emmanuel Macron’s “Great National Debate” are in: Citizens want lower taxes and no cuts in services. Now the policy conundrum begins.