On 21 May 2021, The Cathay Pacific Group announced that they aim to achieve net-zero carbon emission on their Sustainable Development Report 2020. This is one of the first Asian aviation companies marking their timeline in reducing carbon emissions. Cathay Pacific will purchase 1.1 million tonnes of Sustainable Aviation Fuel from 2023 onward. They already […]
On 18 May 2021, European Commission published a communication to the European Parliament and the Council. It is “Business Taxation for the 21st Century.” The aim of the tax reform is to sync the tax system with the current digital international business realities. Thus, the communication proposes a single corporate tax rulebook for the whole […]
Here is a chance for you to hear how different leaders think and understand the business world from new perspectives! Our Swedish colleagues have arranged a great line up of interesting speakers on 27 May from companies we all know well! Your BLCC is always happy to support our colleague Chambers. The Swedish Chamber holds […]
After a European Court of Justice (ECJ) judge on a legal case on the Value-added tax (VAT), the practice of VAT in Belgium and Luxembourg are widened. The ECJ judgement confirms that taxable transactions performed by a non-Belgian established head office to its Belgian branch which is part of a Belgian VAT group, or vice […]
Luxembourg for Finance has released the latest edition of their magazine LEO. This edition discusses topics on sustainable investment funds, Luxembourg LP structure, private equity, and many other insightful issues. Please have a read by clicking here.
With great enthusiasm we announce the newest edition (#5) of our BLCC Digital Magazine!Filled with insightful articles and interviews about the Belgium-Luxembourg business community and Hong Kong business environments. A platform for members to share and gather information. Some key topics of this 5th Edition are: Happy CNY from Consuls-General Mr Robberecht & Mr Hieff; […]
On 30 December 2020, after an online meeting between China and EU leaders, the two sides concluded in principle the negotiation around the EU-China Comprehensive Agreement on Investment. This means that the negotiation is going to end soon after six years of debates. In this agreement, China will be more open to EU investors, by […]
We are very pleased to present the fourth edition of the BLCC Digital Magazine! Filled with insightful articles and interviews about the Belgium-Luxembourg business community and Hong Kong business environments. A platform for members to share and gather information. Some key contents of this 4th Edition are: Interviews with our Member Serge Nelles & Director […]
The Hong Kong Financial Secretary is in the process of drafting the 2021-22 Budget, which will be delivered on 24 February 2021. He would like to gather views & insights from different sectors of society. You are cordially invited to attend the consultation session. In light of the current health situation, the consultation session will […]