Released only eight months ago, China's circular 698 caused much controversy as it gave the tax authorities the power to investigate transactions dating back to 2008 while requiring taxpayers to report any indirect transfers within 30 days of completion. But with many not paying attention to the circular, Jack Grocott investigates how an influential court settlement is likely to make taxpayers think twice about ignoring the circular.
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