Tax

The Circular specifies the method for apportionment of taxable income among partners of partnerships.

The Measures define research and development activities and specify the super-deduction of the expenses incurred therefrom.

“Sale” and “for consideration” defined for consumption tax purposes.

Definition of services provided in the PRC that are subject to business tax clarified.

Levy of VAT clarified for mixed sales.

Definition of services provided in the PRC that are subject to business tax clarified.

The Implementing Rules clarify the levy of VAT for mixed sales and the definition of "small taxpayer".

“Sale” and “for consideration” defined for consumption tax purposes.

As China faces up to the challenges of a global recession, lawyers are calling for changes to the country's regulatory regime for mergers and acquisitions. Proper support for acquisition financing and foreign currency conversion will boost the market and encourage investors. More clarification of joint-venture funding and anti-monopoly rules will also help.