Tax and Transfer Pricing

DFDL provides comprehensive tax and transfer pricing solutions across Southeast and South Asia. Our expertise includes strategic tax planning, advisory on M&A transactions, and regulatory compliance. We support clients in navigating the complex tax regulations of the region, providing practical and innovative solutions to optimize tax efficiency and ensure compliance with both local and international laws.

Key Credentials

  • One of the largest beverage manufacturing operating entities in Cambodia in relation to a trade discount and tax controversy.
  • A biotechnology company in relation to digital asset taxation and application of evolving tax law and regulations in Thailand and other jurisdictions.
  • A multinational aerospace corporation in relation to the international tax structuring advice for its proposed activities in Vietnam including options for intermediary Special Purpose Vehicle (“SPV”) in Singapore, and the tax risks of such a structure, and extensive analysis and interpretation tax treaties, MLI/BEPS and transfer pricing risks.
  • A global dietary supplements company on its potential tax and transfer pricing risks – and seeking to prepare a pre-emptive audit defence file that provides defence responses in the event of tax and transfer pricing audits in Indonesia and Vietnam.
  • A Norwegian multinational telecommunications company on the tax implications on the proposed sale of shares taking into account the capital gains tax, exemptions available on the proposed sale, assessment of any tax relief under the existing Double Tax Agreement between Myanmar and Singapore, and stamp duty that may apply on the proposed sale of shares.

How We Can Help

  • Tax Planning: Strategic advisory for mergers, acquisitions, and corporate structures.
  • Compliance Assurance: Ensure adherence to tax and transfer pricing regulations.
  • Transfer Pricing: Develop and implement effective transfer pricing strategies.
  • Investment Optimization: Create tax-efficient cash repatriation and holding structures.
  • Dispute Resolution: Assist with tax audits and resolve tax disputes.