New Hong Kong - Netherlands tax treaty to enter into force in 2012
The new double taxation treaty between Hong Kong SAR and the Netherlands signed in 2010 will take effect in the Netherlands from 1 January 2012 and in Hong Kong from 1 April 2012. The treaty is expected to strengthen the economic relations between these jurisdictions and will offer new tax-efficient structuring opportunities for companies in the Netherlands, Hong Kong and Mainland China.
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New Japan - Netherlands tax treaty to enter into force in 2012
The new double taxation treaty between Japan and the Netherlands signed in 2010 has been ratified by the Netherlands. Following ratification by Japan before the end of November 2011, the treaty will take effect in the Netherlands and Japan from 1 January 2012. The treaty increases opportunities for tax-efficient cross-border business activities between Japan and the Netherlands, as compared to the current treaty of 1970. However, it severely restricts the possibility for Dutch companies held by non-residents to claim protection.
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