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Switzerland has revoked the Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status for India, effective January 1, 2025, following a Supreme Court ruling related to Nestle. This change, stemming from a disagreement over the interpretation of the Double Tax Avoidance Agreement, will increase tax on dividends for Indian firms, raising the rate from 5% to 10% for income earned post-2024, while prior earnings remain unaffected.
Switzerland has revoked India's "Most Favoured Nation" status under the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement following a Supreme Court ruling regarding the Nestle case. The court clarified that the MFN clause does not automatically apply when a country joins the OECD, impacting Indian companies in Switzerland and Swiss investments in India.
Switzerland has revoked the most favoured nation (MFN) status for India, following a Supreme Court ruling that deemed the MFN clause inapplicable without proper notification. Starting January 1, 2025, Indian entities will face a higher withholding tax on income generated in Switzerland, with dividends taxed at 10%, up from 5%. This decision reflects a significant shift in bilateral tax treaty dynamics and may increase tax liabilities for Indian companies operating in Switzerland.
Switzerland has suspended the 'Most Favoured Nation' status in its tax treaty with India, imposing a 10% tax on dividends from Indian entities starting January 1. This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling regarding the applicability of the MFN clause, particularly in relation to the Nestlé case, and may lead to renegotiations of the existing tax treaty amid India's recent trade pact with the European Free Trade Association.
Switzerland has suspended the most favoured nation (MFN) status for India, resulting in a 10% tax on dividends from Indian entities starting January 1. This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that clarified the MFN clause's applicability concerning OECD membership. India's Ministry of External Affairs indicated that the double taxation treaty with Switzerland may need renegotiation due to India's recent trade pact with the European Free Trade Association, which aims to attract $100 billion in investments over the next 15 years.
Switzerland has revoked the most-favoured-nation status for India under their double tax avoidance agreement, following a 2023 Supreme Court ruling regarding Nestle. Starting January 1, 2025, the tax rate on dividends will increase from 5% to 10%, impacting Indian companies' competitiveness. Experts warn that other nations may adopt similar measures, citing concerns over reciprocity in tax treatment.
Switzerland has revoked the most-favoured-nation status for India under their double tax avoidance agreement, following a 2023 Supreme Court ruling regarding Nestle. Starting January 1, 2025, the tax rate on dividends will increase from 5% to 10%, impacting Indian companies operating in Switzerland. This decision may lead to similar actions from other countries, as it highlights concerns over reciprocity in tax treatment.
Switzerland has suspended the Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status in its Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement with India, following a Supreme Court ruling that limits the MFN clause's applicability. This change will result in a 10% tax on dividends for Indian tax residents from January 1, 2025, increasing tax liabilities for Indian companies operating in Switzerland. The decision reflects a significant shift in bilateral tax treaty dynamics and may impact Swiss investments in India.
Ukrainian legislators are expected to legalize cryptocurrency in the first quarter of 2025, according to Danylo Hetmantsev, chairman of the Financial, Tax and Customs Policy Committee. The proposed law will not provide tax benefits for cryptocurrency transactions, with profits taxed under a securities model. This move comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and Russia's recent legislation allowing cryptocurrency use in international trade.
Switzerland has suspended the unilateral application of the most favoured nation (MFN) clause with India under the Double Tax Avoidance Agreement, reverting the withholding tax on Indian entities from 5% back to 10% effective January 1, 2025. This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling that affected the application of the MFN clause, highlighting the lack of reciprocity from India. Consequently, while Indian companies in Switzerland will still benefit from other DTAA provisions, dividends paid to Indian holding companies will now be taxed at the higher rate.

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