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Cyprus provides a maximum tax rate of only 3% on income earned from IP assets, which is the lowest when compared with its nearest competitors like Belgium 3.75%, Hungary 4.5%, Luxembourg 4.99%, Lithuania 5%, Poland 5%, Ireland 6.25%, Netherlands 9% and lastly France and UK with…

In recent months, geopolitical tension, shifting trade alliances, elections across major economies, and ongoing conflicts have reminded us how interconnected (and fragile) the global economic system truly is. Political decisions made thousands of kilometres away can trigger immediate market volatility, currency swings, capital flow restrictions, and regulatory change. For South African business owners and families,…

1. Why is Switzerland Such an Attractive Location for Corporates? Switzerland is considered an attractive location for corporates for several reasons: Strategic Location: Centrally located in Europe with excellent transport links, including multiple international airports and efficient rail networks, making it an ideal hub for businesses aiming to access EU markets. Innovation and Research: Home to prestigious universities,…

There’s a moment many exceptional crypto investors hit; usually right after their track record becomes impossible to ignore. They’ve generated outstanding returns. They’ve built a sharp process. They’ve survived volatility that wipes out “tourists”. And yet, when they sit across from serious allocators—family offices, professional investors, even smaller institutions—the conversation stalls for one reason: “Where’s the…

Reflecting on SuperYacht Times’s GSS 2025, one question has stayed with me: Is the Gulf’s superyacht sector primarily growing from within, or is it increasingly shaped by internationally travelling yachts? A single statistic from the event captures the current dynamic remarkably well: 39% of yachts in the Gulf fly local flags. Globally, that figure is…

Mauritius continues to stand out as one of the most complete and credible international finance centres. Not because it’s the cheapest, but because it strikes the right balance between robust regulation and commercial practicality. A recent client example highlights why the Global Business Company (GBC) structure remains such a powerful tool. I assisted…

As South African mining houses and mining-services companies push further into the continent, one trend has become increasingly clear: the right corporate and fiduciary structuring is no longer a “nice to have” — it’s a strategic requirement. Expanding into multiple African jurisdictions introduces layers of regulatory, tax, operational, and geopolitical complexity. This is where well-established…

Over the past weeks we had the opportunity to travel across the Gulf region – with meetings in Kuwait, Qatar and Oman – speaking with families, investment advisors, tax consultants and legal professionals. Each country has its own vision, pride and rapidly evolving ecosystem. There is a strong sense of national identity and self-reliance: every jurisdiction in the Gulf wants to stand…

Across Asia, the conversation around intergenerational wealth planning is growing louder. And rightly so — by 2030, an estimated US$6.1 trillion will change hands between generations. This is not only a historic wealth transfer; it’s a pivotal moment for families looking to preserve, protect and purposefully pass on their legacies. At TrustQore, we see an increasing number…

For many international firms, expanding into a new jurisdiction is a balancing act. The opportunity is clear, but the upfront cost, local compliance and regulatory obligations can feel daunting. Mauritius has long understood this challenge. That’s why the Managed Corporate Service Provider (MCSP) licence was created, offering a pragmatic bridge for firms to establish…

As a senior business-advisor working with high-net-worth individuals and corporate owners, I often see one recurring challenge: you’ve built a successful trading or investment company, you want it to continue across generations, yet you don’t want to hand over the reins or compromise business momentum by putting decision-making into someone else’s hands. That’s exactly where…

Recently, we assisted a South African client through TrustQore to structure their international expansion — using a Delaware LLC owned by a BVI trust. This approach offered several advantages for a growing SA business seeking to establish a presence abroad: Simplicity and flexibility – Delaware LLCs provide straightforward management and ownership structures with minimal ongoing…