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For many foreign invested companies, dividend payments are the most common method of transferring profits from a China-based subsidiary to an overseas parent company. However, the process involves more than just declaring a dividend. Companies need to consider distributable profits, statutory requirements, tax obligations, treaty benefits, beneficial ownership and the practical payment procedure. This guide provides a practical overview of the key issues involved.

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A practical guide to understanding the tax and compliance requirements of cross-border employee secondments to China.

A practical guide to assessing business partners, verifying key information and identifying commercial and compliance risks.

A practical guide to establishing and operating a representation office as an initial presence in the Chinese market.

A practical guide to engaging freelance personnel in China and managing key tax and compliance considerations.

A practical guide to China’s Foreign Investment Law and how to structure an investment into China.

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