Intellectual Property – Comparative Guide Introduction | Gowling WLG

History does not stand still, so nor does intellectual property law. 2016 and so far in 2017 we have seen change and the indication of upheaval to come.

Real estate transactions — GST inclusive or exclusive? | Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill (LHAG)

The goods and services tax (“GST”) has been with us since 1 April 2015 and we have seen its impact on various parts of our lives. In theory, it is a relatively straightforward tax regime that can nevertheless prove difficult in practice, especially in relation to GST on real estate transactions.

Sales tax refund | Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill (LHAG)

When the goods and services tax (GST) was first introduced to replace the general sales tax and service tax regimes in 2015, the overarching concern for businesses was the implementation and administrative aspect. As companies scrambled to understand the rules and procedures in order to facilitate the rollout of GST, many, if not all, would have neglected or overlooked …

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Similar means, different goals to achieve same end: customs valuation and transfer pricing | Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill (LHAG)

The enforcements of customs valuation and transfer pricing are the epitome of similar means and different goals to achieve the same end. The means of valuation and pricing are similar in the form of the valuation and pricing methodologies. However, the goals are at two ends of the spectrum: the former wants the highest appraised value of imports; the other, …

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Cultivating Good GST Compliance Culture via CBOS 3.0 | Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill (LHAG)

When we ordinarily refer to compliance in goods and services tax (GST), what strikes our minds is the filing of GST returns and settling the GST due within the stipulated taxable period. It has been more than two years now since the implementation of GST in Malaysia. The compliance rate for GST filing thus far has …

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