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From a tax perspective, GIFT City introduces a compelling new option in a region traditionally dominated by Hong Kong and Singapore for treasury and financing structures.For APAC groups evaluating whether to diversify beyond existing hubs, GIFT City now stands as a competitive alternative for centralizing regional treasury functions, lowering financing costs, and enhancing operational flexibility with international-standard regulation. (Live Presentation was aired on 21 Jan 2026)

在税务监管日益精准化、国际协作不断深化的背景下，合规已不仅是底线要求，更成为企业可持续发展与高净值个人财富安全的核心驱动力。我们将聚焦2025年关键税收变革，从政策落地到实务应对，梳理合规重点，挖掘政策背后的结构性机遇，助力组织与个人在合规中创造价值、在变革中赢得先机。(Live Presentation was aired on 20 Jan 2026)

This webinar delved into the Supreme Court’s landmark ruling in the Hyatt International case, which has significantly reshaped the interpretation of Permanent Establishment (PE). By examining the Court’s reasoning on Fixed Place PE, and its reliance on key precedents like Formula One, the session also highlighted how operational control and employee presence can trigger PE exposure. (Live Presentation was aired on 20 Nov 2025)

In an era marked by volatile and escalating tariffs, transfer pricing controversy, Pillar Two tax reforms, and shifting incentive regimes, traditional supply chain planning models are under unprecedented pressure.This expert panel discussion examined the interplay of transfer pricing, trade policies, and tax considerations in supply chain redesign from an AP lens. Panellists outlined key strategic factors, share insights on what leading companies are implementing – including short-term planning measures, to longer-term organizational restructurings and diversification tactics - and discuss innovative ways to minimize customs duties while addressing broader TP and tax implications.Participants will also be provided practical examples of supply chain disruptions and transformations, gaining actionable strategies to reassess and fortify their models.(Live Presentation was aired on 13 Nov 2025)

The Hong Kong government has invited stakeholders to a consultation exercise to undertake a major revamp of its existing preferential tax regimes for funds, family-owned investment holding vehicles managed by single family offices and carried interest. The proposed measures are wide ranging and will have a huge positive impact to the industry by broadening the scope of tax exemptions and reducing certain thresholds. These enhancements reflect the Hong Kong government’s commitment to reinforce and future-proof Hong Kong as a world-class hub for funds and family offices globally. In this webcast, we discussed the proposed enhancement measures for each of the affected preferential tax regimes, expected impact on the industry, and comparison of preferential tax regimes in HK versus Singapore. (Live Presentation was aired on 9 January 2025)

From minority stake investments to full acquisitions, the impact of Pillar Two will differ and therefore, reshape M&A transactions. With rules now being implemented across multiple jurisdictions within Asia Pacific, Pillar Two has been influencing acquisition and financing structures, expand buyer tax due diligence scopes, and drive changes in sell-side structuring and negotiation strategies. This session will feature speakers who will discuss what they have seen around M&A transactions in the context of Pillar Two. The rationale that you believe will be of interest to tax executives across the region. (Live Presentation was aired on 23 Oct 2025)

To ensure a smooth implementation of the Value-added Tax (VAT) law effective 1 January 2026, China’s Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration released the draft Implementation Regulations on 11 August 2025 for public consultation. The draft Regulations proposed some key refinements to the current VAT framework, including the new input VAT allocation for long-term assets, general anti-avoidance rules and clarified treatment for mixed sales, etc. During this webcast, we have covered key clarifications and new measures introduced in the draft regulations, its potential impacts on businesses operating in China, and the way forward.(Live Presentation was aired on 18 Sep 2025)

Invoice Management System has been rolled out on the Government GST portal and is expected to be made mandatory by end of 2025. This is a revolutionary invoice acceptance and matching mechanism which will enable tax officers as well as taxpayers (suppliers and recipients) to view the purchase registers, input credit registers and tax compliances on the GST portal itself.This is not just a tax compliance, but it would overhaul the AP/ AR functions as the suppliers get real time visibility to the recipient’s action for e.g., if a recipient has rejected a valid invoice, it indicates that the invoice will not be paid.(Live Presentation was aired on 19 Aug 2025)

In this Dbriefs webcast, our tax and legal experts will share experiences on GAAR, covering India and other select APAC jurisdictions such as China, Singapore, as well as South Africa (given that Indian GAAR was modelled on South African GAAR).From an Indian perspective, GAAR is gaining increasing importance. While instances of revenue authorities invoking GAAR were previously not very common, there is now a noticeable shift in this trend owing to the formation of a GAAR panel and GAAR reporting in the Tax audit report etc. The findings of a relatively recent Indian High Court ruling on GAAR unravels interesting insights that are noteworthy and trigger a discussion around the recent issues and trends on GAAR.(Live Presentation was aired on 29 July 2025)

In late May, the House narrowly approved the budget reconciliation bill that makes major changes to the tax code impacting individuals and both domestic and multinational businesses. The measure is now pending in the US Senate, which is likely to change some elements but keep some of the underlying components.In this Dbriefs webcast, we have discussed key features of the tax bill approved the House, observations on both what was included and what was left out, and an overview of what’s next in Congress.In addition, we also examined the economic impact of US trade and fiscal policies, considering the impact on inflation, interest rates, economic growth, trade patterns, and consumer and business behaviour.(Live Presentation was aired on 11 June 2025)