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Direct Tax
In the second part of this series, the focus shifts to how taxpayers can manage ongoing risks across the lifecycle of cross-border structures
May 19, 2026
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  • Companies often second their employees to other firms in their group abroad but this can create a permanent establishment (PE) risk; something that can take up an unreasonable amount of time for a tax director if not handled properly. Sophie Ashley speaks to taxpayers and their advisers about how best to manage the situation to avoid creating a PE.
  • Oscar Molina, of the Mexican tax authorities, tells Ralph Cunningham he is prepared to challenge structures that do not keep sufficient profit in his country.
  • When choosing a specialist recruitment agency, the size of the company can have a significant impact on how far that agency can be trusted to deliver the work, says Izabela Hollander-Bolton of IBH Executive

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