Plans to tax digital firms have exposed deep divisions around the world.

What do we think about think tanks?
In a ‘post-truth’ world where debate is just as often framed by emotions as by details of policy, think tanks are under attack.

The world economy is heading for trouble, says the IMF
How seriously should we take the warning?

Hong Kong could have major finance role in China’s new East-West trade route
China’s mammoth project to create a third global trade axis is taking shape and Hong Kong is ideally positioned to take advantage.

Intellectual Property Rights in China are changing
The war of words between the US and China over Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) masks a shift in policy that could make China more attractive to international businesses.

Expertise on reporting standards
Public and private sector organisations face a major challenge in understanding and complying with reporting requirements around the world.

Why US tax reform is good and bad for accountancy firms
Accountancy firms face a double-edged sword as they get to grips with President Donald Trump’s sweeping new tax reforms.

US tax reform: what does it mean for business?
“Something beautiful” is happening to the US tax system according to President Donald Trump. Is he right?

The vital role of accountancy in China’s Belt and Road Initiative
China’s bid to create a third global trade axis could be good news for accountancy in more ways than one.

Fasten your seatbelts: China is creating a new global trade axis
If the hype is to be believed, China’s Belt and Road initiative will develop infrastructure and trade in local communities and across vast regions and continents.