May 27, 2010
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has published a new paper on the potential effect of further fiscal policy changes in the future growth of the New Zealand economy. On May 26th the IMF published The Potential Contribution of Fiscal Policy to Rebalancing and Growth in New Zealand, a working paper dealing with possible New Zealand [...]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has published a new paper on the potential effect of further fiscal policy changes in the future growth of the New Zealand economy.
On May 26th the IMF published The Potential Contribution of Fiscal Policy to Rebalancing and Growth in New Zealand, a working paper dealing with possible New Zealand fiscal policy rebalancing. The paper stated that New Zealand has weathered the global economic recession relatively well, but will continue to suffer from persistent current account deficits. New ... Read More
May 20, 2010
The New Zealand Government has released its 2010 Budget. The announcement outlines various changes to the taxation system, putting to rest months of media speculations surrounding New Zealand’s tax future. On May 20th the New Zealand Government revealed its national budget for the year 2010. The latest budget aims to reduce the impact of last [...]
The New Zealand Government has released its 2010 Budget. The announcement outlines various changes to the taxation system, putting to rest months of media speculations surrounding New Zealand's tax future.
On May 20th the New Zealand Government revealed its national budget for the year 2010. The latest budget aims to reduce the impact of last year’s recession while introducing a range of fiscal stimulus measures and providing a solid base with which the Government can maintain control of the nation’s economy.
The Budget announcement ... Read More
Mar 30, 2010
The Governments of New Zealand and Hong Kong have signed a Closer Economic Partnership (CEP) agreement and engaged to begin negotiations for a Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) in October. The Hong Kong Government showed its continued commitment to meeting international standards on taxation transparency and forming closer economic ties with economies worldwide by announcing on [...]
The Governments of New Zealand and Hong Kong have signed a Closer Economic Partnership (CEP) agreement and engaged to begin negotiations for a Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) in October.
The Hong Kong Government showed its continued commitment to meeting international standards on taxation transparency and forming closer economic ties with economies worldwide by announcing on the March 29th the signing of its first CEP agreement outside of mainland China, and intentions to begin negotiations for a future DTA agreement with New Zealand. The ... Read More
Mar 15, 2010
According to numerous political and anti-tobacco activists worldwide, taxes on cigarettes and tobacco products should be increased to raise Government revenues and deter smoking. Several anti-smoking organizations across the world have released new reports claiming that a fresh round of tax increases needs to be seen on tobacco products, and Government officials across New Zealand, [...]
According to numerous political and anti-tobacco activists worldwide, taxes on cigarettes and tobacco products should be increased to raise Government revenues and deter smoking.
Several anti-smoking organizations across the world have released new reports claiming that a fresh round of tax increases needs to be seen on tobacco products, and Government officials across New Zealand, several US states, Vietnam and the UK are looking set to oblige. Although, the governments and anti-smoking groups are fighting for differing causes, with Governments citing budgetary ... Read More
