Grant Thornton Vietnam

The European Union (EU) announced on 6 October the removal of the Cayman Islands from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions. The list is a tool of the EU that aims to tackle external risks of tax abuse and unfair tax competition in low and tax neutral jurisdictions.

The European Union (EU) announced on 6 October the removal of the Cayman Islands from its list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions. The list is a tool of the EU that aims to tackle external risks of tax abuse and unfair tax competition in low and tax neutral jurisdictions.

Greg O’Driscoll, partner, head of asset management at Grant Thornton Cayman Islands, says, “Being removed from the list was crucial and allows Cayman to continue to be the leading offshore jurisdiction, with now over 25,000 registered funds.”

Cayman was initially added to the EU list in February 2020 in relation to investment funds supervision.

“It is our understanding that a relatively small delay in passing the Private Funds Law (PFL) was the main cause for the Cayman Islands being included in the list. The recent implementation of the PFL (for closed end funds), the Mutual Funds (Amendment) Law and certain regulatory rules now ensures the financial regulator - Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) - has the legal mandate to supervise all Cayman-based investment funds. This is good news for the alternatives industry, given the importance of the Cayman Islands as a fund and services center globally.”

“The Cayman Islands Government, CIMA and the private sector have been fully committed to any actions required for de-listing. The Cayman Islands have been at the forefront of tax transparency in the asset management industry, and the EU’s decision is a recognition of the jurisdiction meeting the most stringent conditions. We are delighted at today’s EU listing decision.”

The EU list was set up in 2017 after revelations of widespread tax evasion and avoidance schemes. Those on the list face reputational damages, higher scrutiny in their financial transactions and risk losing EU funds.

Source: Grant Thornton Cayman Islands.

Please Login or Register for Free now to view all updates and articles

In addition to free-to-view updates and articles, you can also subscribe to the full Legal Centrix Vietnam Service including access to:

  • Overview notes on the law
  • Thousands of high quality translations of legislation covering all key business areas
  • Legal and tax updates
  • Articles on important legal and tax issues
  • Weekly email alerts
  • Sophisticated web platform and search

Legal Centrix is trusted by top law and accounting firms.

Grant Thornton Vietnam

Grant Thornton Vietnam’s Key Differentiators

Grant Thornton in Vietnam is a leading provider of national audit, tax, advisory and outsourcing services. With 2 offices and 260 employees, we apply strong technical guidance and breadth of experience to ensure that clients receive a truly different experience.

We focus on delivering tangible value to customers

A leading international consulting firm that provides a complete range of services including audit, tax, advisory, business risk and outsourcing services.

  • Long and strong presence in Vietnam since 1993, with offices in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Adding value to clients performance through profitable and functional solutions based on practical experience and local expertise.
  • Focusing on a thorough understanding of clients ambitions, high-quality customised services and personalised relationships.
  • Strategic and structured approach to deliver insightful and systematic analysis for effective, unbiased decision making.
  • Professional project management and risk management to ensure quality deliverables and successful establishment of any new business facility including significant involvement from experienced Partners.
  • Approved by SSC to audit Public Interest Entity in security sector in Vietnam.
  • The only foreign invested firm in Vietnam that holds a Business Valuation License from the Ministry of Finance.

 

Click here to view the author's profile

Author

Tags

  • Vietnam
  • Capital Markets
  • Treaties
  • Legal Updates
  • M&A and Investment Tax

Related Content

Recent updates

Cookies On
Our Website
We use cookies on our website. To learn more about cookies, how we use them on our site and how to change your cookie settings please click here to view our cookie policy. By continuing to use this site without changing your settings you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with our cookie policy.