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03/06/2021page

Brexit Radar: impacting cross border transactions, VAT and customs

02/06/2021 Are you up to date with post-Brexit developments? In this video Birgit Jürgensmann, Partner, Mazars, Germany, shares insights on the impact of Brexit for cross border transactions, VAT and customs.

25/05/2021page

Regulatory compliance services on conduct and governance of insurance companies, insurance agents and insurance brokers

In order to maintain a sustainable market development in the insurance industry and align with the international requirements to have an insurance regulator which is independent of the government & the industry, the Insurance Authority (“IA”) was established to strengthen the regulatory environment.

21/05/2021page

Virtual event: Financial performance of European banks in the context of Covid-19: ECL-related impacts (25 May 2021)

Watch our replay to learn about the Covid-19 impact on the expected credit losses (ECL) in European banks' financial disclosures.

20/05/2021page

Financial performance of European banks in the context of Covid-19: benchmark study 2021

How is the pandemic affecting the financial performance of European banks? The Covid-19 crisis continues to undermine global financial stability. While its full impact on the banking sector is yet to be determined, the 2020 annual results let us build a picture of the Covid-19 impact on the expected credit losses (ECL) in banks’ financial disclosures.

10/05/2021page

Mazars in Hong Kong x abc Multiactive webinar: Insurance compliance update for insurance companies and banks (17 May 2021)

For institutions that sells insurance products such as insurance companies and banks, knowing the latest regulations and using a correct way in talent management can surely make your daily operations more effective and compliant, and eventually increase your profit.

07/05/2021page

Immigration

The UK’s exit from the EU has varied impacts on how a business operates and teams that work there. From the right to work to sponsorship regulations and settlement schemes, immigration developments are forcing businesses to update their guidance to match new laws.

07/05/2021page

Interview: how businesses can keep up with Brexit developments

Months of Brexit negotiations culminated in a deal signed by the UK and EU in late 2020 that defines their future relationship. While the deal lays out new rules for how the UK and EU live, work and trade, it does not comprehensively cover all areas of business. As a result, organisations that trade directly or indirectly with the UK have to monitor and react to developments to keep up with changing laws and regulations - and their competition.

07/05/2021page

Radar insights

Our expert insights are designed to help you navigate the post-Brexit landscape.

07/05/2021page

Brexit Radar: discover what’s ahead and plan your next steps

After years of negotiations the UK has officially left the European Union. For many companies, it remains difficult to fully understand the varied impacts of Brexit – whether doing business directly or indirectly with the UK.

06/05/2021page

Privately owned business services

Specialist advice tailored to help you realise your business aspirations.

03/05/2021page

Edmund Chan featured in Aplus Magazine (April 2021)

Sharing his valuable insights regarding the topic “What’s the best way to work with fresh recruits”, Edmund Chan, our Practising Director was featured in Aplus magazine April 2021 issue.

30/04/2021page

How 5G is going to transform digital banking in APAC by 2025

In the last five years, traditional banks have faced immense disruption by new players in the field. Today, the pandemic accelerated that disruption: In 2020, more than half of banking customers surveyed in APAC were willing to switch to neobanks, or new digital contenders. What makes consumers reconsider their options, and could 5G be the key to this switch?

30/04/2021page

Banking & Capital Markets Insights

The banking sector faces significant regulatory challenges, technological disruption and shifting consumer habits. In a very uncertain and volatile economic environment and with sustainable finance gaining prominence as banks and regulators develop new ideas, adapting business models and embracing disruption is key. Our integrated team of banking & capital markets specialists can provide you with the vision and guidance to navigate a fluctuating landscape.

27/04/2021page

APAC payroll newsletter - 2021 Q1

Running a business during this time is challenging and constantly evolving. When companies manage business in various countries across the Asia-Pacific region, they need to be agile and resilient in their response to local government regulations. To help you run your business with confidence, our APAC payroll newsletter - 2021 Q1 has both general updates and information on payroll, benefits and human resources across the Asia-Pacific region.

27/04/2021page

APAC payroll newsletter

20/04/2021page

Beyond the GAAP - February 2021

A major development this month is the publication of a proposed amendment to IFRS 16 in the light of the ongoing public health crisis: the practical expedient that was rushed through by the IASB last spring may now be applied to rent concessions granted up to 30 June 2022, rather than 30 June 2021.

19/04/2021page

Beyond the GAAP - March 2021

Here we are in March again with something of a feeling of déjà vu, and it is unfortunately still difficult to estimate the full extent of the pandemic’s impact on companies’ financial performance.

16/04/2021page

Stephen Weatherseed appointed as an Honorary Advisor to the Financial Reporting Council (15 April 2021)

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) announces the appointment of Mr. Stephen Weatherseed, our Partner at Mazars in Hong Kong as an Honorary Adviser for a term of two years from 15 April 2021 to 14 April 2023.

15/04/2021page

Regulatory compliance and risk management services for securities brokerage companies regulated by the SFC

This publication provides an overview of the key regulatory requirements of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures of Commission for companies in the securities industry (i.e. brokers / dealers / margin financiers). Mazars offers a wide range of financial advisory services to assist you in achieving compliance with rules and regulations relevant to you.

13/04/2021page

Announcement of new Partner at Mazars in Hong Kong (12 April 2021)

Mazars in Hong Kong is pleased to announce the appointment of Adele Yim as the new Partner effective from 12 April 2021.

09/04/2021page

April 2021 - Reimbursement of Maternity Leave Pay Scheme

09/04/2021page

April 2021 - Reimbursement of Maternity Leave Pay Scheme

01/04/2021page

What will the audit(or) of the future look like in APAC?

Against a backdrop of shifting market expectations, Mazars released an independent report titled The future of audit: market view. The report highlights ‘standout findings’ and myths about audit with 501 responses from 12 countries.

30/03/2021page

Paul She interviewed by Caixin Magazine (March 2021)

Paul She, our Audit and assurance Partner at Mazars in Hong Kong shared his insights with Caixin media. Mr. She is optimistic about the cooperation between the Financial Reporting Council and Ministry of Finance. He believe that the regulatory regime could further enhance the transparency of Hong Kong listco audit work, as well as improve the general public confidence and trust towards Hong Kong auditors. After Hong Kong and Mainland China have reached a cross-boundary supervisory cooperation, the document retrieval work will be carried out between the regulatory authorities.

25/03/2021page

March 2021 - The OECD’s updated position on permanent establishment and residency due to COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has lasted for over one year now. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (“OECD”) has been following the pandemic closely, issuing guidance on the temporary change of work location because of travel restriction giving rise to the creation of permanent establishment (“PE”) or change in residence status of corporations, and guidance on transfer pricing.