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Welcome back after what I hope, was at least in part a restful summer. I know this hasn’t been the case across the world with rains in Pakistan and heat waves across Europe. Closer to home it seems English cricket is on the rise – South Africa our latest victims – and of course the recent sad news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the likes of whom the UK (and probably the World) will never see again. 70 years of devotion and dedication is spectacular and Her impact in charting a hugely changing world has been remarkable. I was reminded that She has been The Queen for over 25% of the existence of the USA, seen 15 UK Prime Ministers, visited over 100 countries and has 113 Heads of State visit Her. Monday will be the first State Funeral in the UK since 1965 when Winston Churchill (The Queen’s first Prime Minister) was buried.
In BKR the summer has been busy; active recruiting is continuing (announcements to follow I hope). We have been pushing forward with new websites and strategy work, as well as planning for the next EMEA Conference in Cape town in April 2023.
Don’t forget the upcoming WW Conference in Amsterdam in October – this will be a great opportunity to share and discuss plans and ideas. If you haven’t signed up for Amsterdam yet please do - details are included in this update.
Please keep sending me articles and sharing news; I will do my best to publicise and of course include them in these updates.
Until Amsterdam,
Best
Alistair
What is in the e-update?
Articles
Upcoming Meetings
Membership
EMEA Board News
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50% tax reduction for first time employment in Cyprus |
The Cyprus government passed new tax incentives on 26 July 2022. The scheme is along with the One Stop Shop, and the granting of visas and work permits to the spouses of professionals that relocate to Cyprus was at the forefront of the government strategy to attract more foreign business to Cyprus.
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George Georgiou
Director of Payroll & EOR Services
Eurofast Nicosia
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Summer Energy from Argus Audit Romania |
Argus Audit recently held a series of events to boost energy in the firm and to look forward positively to the Autumn. Who knew the Tango could be so good!!
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Iulia Lascau
Managing Partner
Vice Chair EMEA Board BKR International
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Remote working update from Artus, Austria |
The legalities and pitfalls of remote working have never been more relevant. Our member firm in Austria recently wrote on some of the issues.
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Michael Obernberger
Partner, tax advisor
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Doing Business in Austria: Possibilities of operating a business in Austria |
We published this on the BKR Website, but this helpful article shows how to set up in Austria.
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Sieglinde Buttinger
Tax Consulting
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Michael Obernberger
Partner, tax advisor
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Exponens supports the No Finish Line event |
Team Exponens covered 2.589 km, raising €2.862 in donations over the summer in aid of two charities, La Chaîne de l’Espoir and Samusocial de Paris. This was part of a much larger fund raising event for these excellent causes.
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Laurence Schabad
Responsable Marketing & Communication
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Recession on the horizon: here's how to survive |
South Africa has faced challenges before. This time businesses, already on the edge from years of pandemic, are preparing themselves to take yet another battering. Managing these economically turbulent times has become an ongoing challenge.
Here Logista offer some practical advice which definitely crosses the borders.
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How to do business in Nigeria |
Nigeria is a country on the move; expanding demographics, huge natural resources and a willing workforce. But operating in Nigeria requires registering your company. Here, our Member in Abuja, Adebola Sobanjo & Company, offers some advice on the correct procedures.
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Adebola Olubanjo
Group Chairman
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Mauritius: The FinTech Hub for the Africa-Asia nexus |
The Indian Ocean island nation of Mauritius, some 2,000 kms off the coast of Africa, is positioning itself as the ‘go to’ hub for fintech and digital business in the Africa-Asia region. Here, Suzanne Bell and Ashish Jagarnath of International Proximity explain the history and its implications.
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VAT Group Meeting - Online
13 October 2022
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BKR´s 3rd VAT Group Meeting of 2022 will be held virtually on 13 October at 1500 (London time). Details are available from the Chair, Joachim Brunen of WWS, Germany.
New members, casual or permanent, are always welcome.
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WW Conference - Amsterdam
22 – 25 October 2022
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Our Worldwide Conference this year takes place in the vibrant and exciting city of Amsterdam. Home to an elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades; it is known for its artistic heritage. An excuse to visit this amazing city, the conference is also packed full of presentations and exchanges around our them for this year Your Future, Your People.
See you in Amsterdam!
October 22 - October 25, 2022, at the Movenpick Hotel
Click here for more details! |
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Future Leaders - Milan
20 – 21 November 2022
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This year we will hold the Future Leaders programme in Milan in November. Home of La Scala and the Duomo di Milano as well as the San Siro and the biggest shopping mall in Italy, Milan is a fantastic venue for our Future Leaders. The programme will offer a chance for reflection, thought and a little challenge. Aimed at a new cohort of Future Leaders, we will assemble on Sunday 20th November for dinner and then a full day’s training on Monday 21st. .
Please register your interest with Alistair Bryant
One other fact: The King Vittorio Emanuele II statue on the Central Square is always clean, despite the hundreds of pigeons around; why?
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EMEA Regional Conference 2023 - Cape Town
22 – 24 April 2023
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Located at the Southern tip of Africa, home to iconic mountain ranges, stunning natural wonders, thrilling landscapes and ocean vistas, Cape Town offers the perfect backdrop for our annual EMEA conference and some amazing vineyards too!
Our conference theme is “What will your Legacy be?” and we have an incredible and inspiring line up of speakers. More details will follow but dates for conference are 22 – 24 April 2023. Book your flight now!
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Membership Status
We are seeking Member Firms in these countries. If you know of any potential candidates or have contacts in the countries, please get in touch (Alistair Bryant).
Denmark
Poland
Czech Republic
Finland
West Africa
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EMEA Board News
July saw Rui Pinho of Esteves, Pinho & Associados in Portugal become Chair of the EMEA Board, contact details below.
Joining his Board are two new Board members, Anne Mouhssine from Exponens in Paris, and Ian Mercieca from Tri-Mer in Malta. They join at a busy and challenging time and we wish them every success.
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Anne Mouhssine
+33 (0)1 85 34 16 58
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Ian Mercieca
+356 23479900
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EMEA Executive Director
Alistair Bryant
BKR International
London
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 7828 73 48 40
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EMEA Regional Chairman
Rui Pinho
Esteves, Pinho & Associados
Portugal
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