Hong Kong launches consultation on global minimum taxes
Amie Cheung, from Lawrence Cheung C.P.A., AGA’s accounting firm in Hong Kong examines the consultation exercise launched by the government to gather views on the implementation of the global minimum tax under Pillar Two of the international tax reform proposals.
Closing Loophole changes in Australia
Allan Hall Business Advisors, AGA’s accounting, audit and tax representative in Sydney examine the impact of new workplace laws that were implemented from 26th August 2024.
Super Green or Super Misleading? The Federal Court takes on Mercer’s ESG claims
Rosemary Kanan and Lily Kitteringham from Deutsch Miller, AGA’s legal representative in Sydney, examine the Federal Court’s landmark ruling in Australian Securities and Investments Commission v Mercer Superannuation (Australia) Limited.
The unique challenges and opportunities of franchising in China
Peter Pang, Chairman and Managing Partner at IPO Pang Shenjun in Shanghai looks at how the vast size and growth potential of China’s market continues to make it highly attractive for global franchisors, driving ongoing interest and investment.
Taiwan’s carbon exchange inauguration
With a rise in the focus of ESG, carbon credit trading is deemed as an effective tool to meet the goal for reducing green-house gases. Jessie Lee from AGA CPA member in Taiwan, Caliber, summarises the Taiwan Carbon Solution Exchange (TCX)
Perpetual students making waves globally
Despite having one of Africa’s smaller populations, Botswana has long had one of the continent’s best-performing economies. Odirile Itumeleng and Tshepo Dipatane from AGA’s OTTO ITUMELENG Law Chambers spoke to Africa Legal about harnessing an international outlook.
The FTC’s Noncompete Ban: When it becomes effective and what it means
Preston Ricardo, Partner and Co-Chair at Golenbock Eiseman Assor Bell & Peskoe, AGA’s law firm in New York highlights the recent decision by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to ban noncompete agreements across the United States.
Unveiling Colombia’s franchise legal landscape
Partners Gabriela Mancero and Daniel Peña from Peña Mancero Abogados, Alliott Global Alliance’s law firm member in Colombia, discuss how the franchise industry in the country has thrived despite the absence of explicit legal regulations governing franchise agreements.
ESG and the future of business: Why is it important?
In this article, Christopher Johnston from AGA’s legal representative in Indonesia, ADCO Law, looks at how ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) has become a foundational element for businesses to achieve long-term sustainability and growth.
Taxation Law in Zimbabwe – an overview
Nobert Musa Phiri, Partner at Alliott Global Alliance law firm member Muvingi & Mugadza Legal Practitioners in Harare, offers a general overview of taxation law in Zimbabwe, important to businesses and individuals operating in the country.