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Hong Kong accounting body proposes tax breaks for Northern Metropolis development

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The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) has proposed a five-year plan for the Northern Metropolis, suggesting tax breaks for start-ups and lower tax rates for workers in the area. The organization also advocates for reforms to the stock exchange's listing regime to bolster Hong Kong's position in international finance. Additionally, the HKICPA is urging the government to engage with mainland Chinese authorities regarding taxation on cross-border trusts and insurance policies. AI

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Hong Kong accounting body proposes tax breaks for Northern Metropolis development

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Enoch Yiu ·

    Hong Kong 5-year plan should have Northern Metropolis tax breaks, listing reforms: HKICPA

    The Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) has urged the government to introduce tax incentives to help develop the Northern Metropolis and to improve the stock exchange’s listing regime to further cement the city’s role in international finance. The organis…

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