Ireland - Abolition of adult re-entry visas

From 13 May 2019 visa required nationals who hold a valid IRP/GNIB card will no longer need a re-entry visa to travel to Ireland. Their IRP/GNIB card and passport will be sufficient. This brings Ireland in line with other EU Member States.

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New international programs launches to boost UK fintech industry

The International Trade Secretary and DIT launch two Fintech Bridge Pilot Programs in Australia and Hong Kong, in partnership with HM Treasury.

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Australia - Tax office to double audits of dodgy rental deductions

Rental property owners are being warned to ensure their claims are correct this tax time, as the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) announces it will double the number of audits scrutinising rental deductions.

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The Support System for Vitalizing Local Economy in Japan through Foreign Human Resources

The number of local authorities in Japan wishing to employ foreign human resources is increasing, in order to deal with the growing number of inbound tourists and expand overseas markets for local products.

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China, Japan to implement AEO customs agreement in June

The China-Japan agreement on mutual Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) status will go into effect on June 1 to provide easier customs clearance for exporters, according to the General Administration of Customs (GAC).

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‘InvestEU’ programme: big boost for jobs, growth and investment

MEPs have approved a provisional and partial deal with EU ministers on a new EU programme to support investment and access to finance during 2021-2027.

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Washington - Taxpayers can get faster tax refunds with Direct Deposit

With the tax deadline nearly here, the Internal Revenue Service encourages all taxpayers to join the 80 percent of filers who choose Direct Deposit to get their tax refund faster.

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Brexit: plans in place to mitigate impact of no deal

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal, the effects will be felt by people and companies across Europe. The EU has adopted measures to mitigate the impact of a disorderly withdrawal.

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New Zealand - Bill to improve ACC scheme passed

The Government is able to improve the wellbeing of older working New Zealanders and those working overseas with the passing of the Accident Compensation Amendment Bill says the Minister for ACC Iain Lees-Galloway.

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UK - HMRC extends deadline for £8 million of customs training funding

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) announced that the deadline for applications for an £8 million government initiative to help businesses prepare for EU Exit has been extended to 31 May 2019.

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China-EU comprehensive strategic partnership remains steady on the path

More than 15 years on, the China-EU comprehensive strategic partnership remains steady on the path toward greater development and more pragmatic results.

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Tax is changing in Wales

The Welsh Government and the National Assembly for Wales became responsible for some of the taxes paid in Wales in April 2018, with additional powers coming into effect in April 2019.

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Ireland - Launch of Preclearance scheme for De Facto Partners of Critical Skills Work Permit (CSEP) Holders or of Non EEA Researchers on a Hosting Agreement

As of 01/04/2019 a new Preclearance scheme for De Facto Partners of Critical Skills Work Permit (CSEP) Holders or of Non EEA Researchers on a Hosting Agreement has come into force.

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China - Hainan offers housing incentives to attract talent

Hainan is offering housing incentives to attract talent to the tropical island province, where the country’s 12th free trade zone — its largest — is being created.

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UK - New digital tax system to give more than one million businesses more financial control.

From 1 April 2019, the government’s major Making Tax Digital programme becomes law for over one million VAT-registered businesses earning more than £85,000.

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With new SALT limit, IRS explains tax treatment of state and local tax refunds

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service clarified the tax treatment of state and local tax refunds arising from any year in which the new limit on the state and local tax (SALT) deduction is in effect.

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NZ-China economic ties strengthened

Economic ties between New Zealand and China are being strengthened with the successful negotiation of a new taxation treaty.

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