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Tax Treaty between Hong Kong and Latvia Signed

15 April 2016

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Treaty Development

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Hong Kong-Latvia

On 13 April 2016, officials from Hong Kong and Latvia signed an income tax treaty. The treaty is the first of its kind between the two jurisdictions. Taxes Covered The treaty covers Hong Kong profits tax, salaries tax and property tax. It covers Latvian enterprise income tax and personal income tax. Residence If a company is considered resident in both Contracting Parties, the competent authorities will determine the company's residence for the purpose of the treaty through mutual agreement. If no agreement is reached, the company will not be entitled to claim any benefits provided by the treaty. Service PE...