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US Senate Approves Protocols to Various Tax Treaties

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On July 16 and 17, 2019, the U.S. Senate approved resolutions of ratification of protocols to amend existing income tax treaties between the United States and various countries, including Spain, Japan, and Switzerland. Before...more

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Update: Swiss tax law changes: Federal Act on Tax Reform and AHV Financing

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• On 17 January 2019, sufficient signatures were filed requesting a referendum on the Federal Act on Tax Reform and AHV Financing (TRAF). • The public vote will be held on 19 May 2019. • If TRAF is accepted by the...more

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Swiss Tax Law Changes: Federal Act on Tax Reform and AHV Financing (TRAF)

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• Switzerland’s privileged taxation of companies is no longer in line with international standards. • In 2017, the first attempt to abolish the internationally criticized regime was clearly rejected by Swiss voters. • On 28...more

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Swiss-Domiciled Company Denied Treaty Benefits For Treaty Shopping

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Statutory Background- When a foreign corporation receives dividends from U.S. sources, the income is generally subject to tax at 30%. To avoid double taxation and encourage cross-border investments, the U.S. has entered...more

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