Course Detail(TAX309E : Understanding Taxation In China)

TAX309E : Understanding Taxation In China NEW

7.00 CPE Hours (Others)
Classroom

By registering to this course, you agree to ISCA Privacy and Data Protection Policy at http://isca.org.sg/privacy-and-data-protection-policy and that ISCA may collect, use and/or disclose your personal data for matters relating to the enrolment of the course in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012. The Institute may from time to time use your personal data to inform you of related news, activities, benefits, goods, services, facilities and events. The Institute may also use your personal data for the conduct of statistical research and studies, and analyse the data collected to administer, develop and improve its services. For the purpose of event coverage, photography (and videography) will be in progress during the event. Please inform the photographers (or organiser) if you do not wish for your photographs to be taken. Further, you agree that ISCA may disclose your Personal Data to Golden Ocean Conventions for the purpose of processing your enrolment and course administration, which shall be subject to their policy - https://bit.ly/4cSl3Ov.
 
Programme Objective

Despite a slowing down of its economy, China is still one of the most attractive FDI location in the world. As the Chinese economy undergoes structural changes, there is an increasing need for investors to gain insight knowledge of China’s current accounting practices, tax structure and reforms so as to maximize their investment returns. In this one-day workshop, our distinguished trainer will update you on the latest developments in the Chinese market and changes to the tax regime. Participants can tap on their extensive tax knowledge to navigate and minimize taxes in China.

Programme Outline

China Enterprise Income Tax Law
  • Tax resident and permanent establishment
  • Dividend withholding tax and holding company and beneficial owner
  • Thin capitalisation rule: tax versus business
  • Tax incentives
  • Transitional period and grandfathering relief

Cross-border charges
  • PRC tax implications: VAT, Enterprise Income Tax and others
  • Foreign exchange restrictions and procedures
  • Possible planning for remittances

China Transfer Pricing
  • Special features of China Transfer Pricing Audits
  • An update of Chinese Transfer Pricing Regulations
  • "Dos and Don'ts" when managing transfer pricing audits in China
  • Emerging TP issues in China
  • Advance Pricing Arrangement (APA) in China - regulations and practice
  • Efficient tax structure for your business operations in China
  • Transfer pricing as a regional planning tool
Taxation on corporate restructuring
  • Common forms of restructuring
  • Business requirements and constraints
  • Tax-free restructure not guaranteed
  • Common pitfalls

Tax Planning for Expatriate Employees
  • Understanding Individual Income Tax (IIT) in PRC
  • Withholding and other obligations of the employer
  • Common IIT planning ideas
  • How can expatriates be protected by a tax treaty? 

Profit Repatriation and Foreign Exchange Issues
  • Overview on remittance of trade and non-trade items
  • Dividend withholding tax and holding company and beneficial owner
  • Common techniques of profit repatriation
  • Potential tax consequences and planning opportunities
  • Tax clearance requirement

China + 1 Strategy
  • What are the major considerations
  • Vietnam vs India – Pros & Cons
  • What are the tax planning opportunities

Training Methodology

Lecture style

Closing Date for Registration
1 week before programme or until full enrolment.

Intended For

Managing Directors, General Managers, CFOs, Regional Directors, Financial Controllers, Tax Professionals, Legal Professionals, Accountants, Financial Analysts, Business Consultants, Investors in China.

Competency Mapping

Others = 7.00 Hours

Schedule & Fees

Date & Time

13 Nov 2024 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Fee (inclusive of GST)

For Members: $ 926.50   $ 861.10
For Non-Members: $ 926.50   $ 861.10
Discount till 23 Oct 2024

Programme Facilitator(s)

Mr. Russell Brown

Venue

60 Cecil Street
ISCA House
Singapore 049709

Testimonial

Funding

No funding Available!

Programme Facilitator(s)


Mr. Russell Brown
Vice Chairman / Partner, Acclime Group
 
Mr. Russell Brown OBE is Vice Chairman and Partner of Acclime Group, a regional corporate services firm. In 2001 Russell founded LehmanBrown International Accountants, a China‐focused accounting, taxation and business advisory firm employing around 200 professionals. LehmanBrown merged into Acclime Group in 2021. At LehmanBrown Russell was the Managing Partner. Russell has over 36 years working experience including 27 years living in China and involved establishing and developing businesses in China. Prior to founding LehmanBrown Russell was Global CFO of one of the world’s largest public relations and communications consulting companies and prior to this their Asia Pacific Regional CFO. He currently acts as advisor to international companies entering the China market and to Chinese companies venturing abroad. He has advised in a wide range of industries and business situations in China and Hong Kong. He is also a frequent speaker at conferences and seminars on cross border taxation, accounting and doing business in and with China and Hong Kong. He is currently Treasurer of the British Chamber of Commerce in China and Treasurer of the Australian Chamber of Commerce in China. He has previously held various positions including Chair and Vice Chair of the British Chamber of Commerce in China, Vice Chair of the China‐Britain Business Council (CBBC), Chair and Director of the Asia Transformation and Turnaround Association. He is also an Honorary Member of The 48 Group Club

By registering to this course, you agree to ISCA Privacy and Data Protection Policy at http://isca.org.sg/privacy-and-data-protection-policy and that ISCA may collect, use and/or disclose your personal data for matters relating to the enrolment of the course in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012. The Institute may from time to time use your personal data to inform you of related news, activities, benefits, goods, services, facilities and events. The Institute may also use your personal data for the conduct of statistical research and studies, and analyse the data collected to administer, develop and improve its services. For the purpose of event coverage, photography (and videography) will be in progress during the event. Please inform the photographers (or organiser) if you do not wish for your photographs to be taken. Further, you agree that ISCA may disclose your Personal Data to Golden Ocean Conventions for the purpose of processing your enrolment and course administration, which shall be subject to their policy - https://bit.ly/4cSl3Ov.
 
Programme Objective

Despite a slowing down of its economy, China is still one of the most attractive FDI location in the world. As the Chinese economy undergoes structural changes, there is an increasing need for investors to gain insight knowledge of China’s current accounting practices, tax structure and reforms so as to maximize their investment returns. In this one-day workshop, our distinguished trainer will update you on the latest developments in the Chinese market and changes to the tax regime. Participants can tap on their extensive tax knowledge to navigate and minimize taxes in China.

Programme Outline

China Enterprise Income Tax Law
  • Tax resident and permanent establishment
  • Dividend withholding tax and holding company and beneficial owner
  • Thin capitalisation rule: tax versus business
  • Tax incentives
  • Transitional period and grandfathering relief

Cross-border charges
  • PRC tax implications: VAT, Enterprise Income Tax and others
  • Foreign exchange restrictions and procedures
  • Possible planning for remittances

China Transfer Pricing
  • Special features of China Transfer Pricing Audits
  • An update of Chinese Transfer Pricing Regulations
  • "Dos and Don'ts" when managing transfer pricing audits in China
  • Emerging TP issues in China
  • Advance Pricing Arrangement (APA) in China - regulations and practice
  • Efficient tax structure for your business operations in China
  • Transfer pricing as a regional planning tool
Taxation on corporate restructuring
  • Common forms of restructuring
  • Business requirements and constraints
  • Tax-free restructure not guaranteed
  • Common pitfalls

Tax Planning for Expatriate Employees
  • Understanding Individual Income Tax (IIT) in PRC
  • Withholding and other obligations of the employer
  • Common IIT planning ideas
  • How can expatriates be protected by a tax treaty? 

Profit Repatriation and Foreign Exchange Issues
  • Overview on remittance of trade and non-trade items
  • Dividend withholding tax and holding company and beneficial owner
  • Common techniques of profit repatriation
  • Potential tax consequences and planning opportunities
  • Tax clearance requirement

China + 1 Strategy
  • What are the major considerations
  • Vietnam vs India – Pros & Cons
  • What are the tax planning opportunities

Training Methodology

Lecture style

Closing Date for Registration
1 week before programme or until full enrolment.

Intended For

Managing Directors, General Managers, CFOs, Regional Directors, Financial Controllers, Tax Professionals, Legal Professionals, Accountants, Financial Analysts, Business Consultants, Investors in China.

Competency Mapping

Others = 7.00 Hours

Programme Facilitator(s)

Mr. Russell Brown
Vice Chairman / Partner, Acclime Group
 
Mr. Russell Brown OBE is Vice Chairman and Partner of Acclime Group, a regional corporate services firm. In 2001 Russell founded LehmanBrown International Accountants, a China‐focused accounting, taxation and business advisory firm employing around 200 professionals. LehmanBrown merged into Acclime Group in 2021. At LehmanBrown Russell was the Managing Partner. Russell has over 36 years working experience including 27 years living in China and involved establishing and developing businesses in China. Prior to founding LehmanBrown Russell was Global CFO of one of the world’s largest public relations and communications consulting companies and prior to this their Asia Pacific Regional CFO. He currently acts as advisor to international companies entering the China market and to Chinese companies venturing abroad. He has advised in a wide range of industries and business situations in China and Hong Kong. He is also a frequent speaker at conferences and seminars on cross border taxation, accounting and doing business in and with China and Hong Kong. He is currently Treasurer of the British Chamber of Commerce in China and Treasurer of the Australian Chamber of Commerce in China. He has previously held various positions including Chair and Vice Chair of the British Chamber of Commerce in China, Vice Chair of the China‐Britain Business Council (CBBC), Chair and Director of the Asia Transformation and Turnaround Association. He is also an Honorary Member of The 48 Group Club

Upcoming Schedule

Date & Time

13 Nov 2024 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Fee (inclusive of GST)

For Members: $ 926.50   $ 861.10
For Non-Members: $ 926.50   $ 861.10
Discount till 23 Oct 2024

Programme Facilitator(s)

Mr. Russell Brown

Venue

60 Cecil Street
ISCA House
Singapore 049709