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Key Points on the Changes Introduced by Law No. 32326 in Asset Forfeiture
The Real Plaza Trujillo disaster, which occurred on February 21, not only highlights deficiencies in inspection practices and enforcement of structural safety regulations, but also highlights the tensions between current regulatory policies and the operational reality of structures designated as high-risk. After being labeled as an “imminent hazard” in 2023 and subsequently temporarily closed,...Read More
A tragic incident at Real Plaza Trujillo prompts a call for introspection on the safety and oversight of critical infrastructure
The Real Plaza Trujillo disaster, which occurred on February 21, not only highlights deficiencies in inspection practices and enforcement of structural safety regulations, but also highlights the tensions between current regulatory policies and the operational reality of structures designated as high-risk. After being labeled as an “imminent hazard” in 2023 and subsequently temporarily closed,...Read More
How can I correct the areas and boundaries of my property?
Freezing assets is the perfect tool to block any attempted disposal (such as sales or mortgages) of your property without your consent. This procedure guarantees legal security against registry fraud, preventing any unauthorized acts. If you will be away or simply want greater control over your property, this measure is ideal. Correcting areas and boundaries ensures that public records...Read More
New Regulations for the Personal Data Protection Law Approved
Supreme Decree No. 016-2024-JUS, recently published, approves the new Regulations for Law No. 29733 (Personal Data Protection Law) with the aim of improving security and regulatory compliance in the processing of information. Among the main modifications are the expansion of the range of data considered sensitive and the requirement to appoint a Personal Data Officer, who will be responsible...Read More
Attention Exports to Mexico
We are writing to inform you of an issue that could significantly impact your operations and contractual relationships with your clients in Mexico. For at least two years, the Mexican government, through the Tax Administration Service (SAT), has initiated multiple origin verifications on Peruvian companies that issue certificates of origin, which are used by Mexican importers to receive...Read More
How can you protect your property from fraud or unauthorized acts while you cannot supervise them?
Freezing assets is the perfect tool to block any attempted disposal (such as sales or mortgages) of your property without your consent. This procedure guarantees legal security against registry fraud, preventing any unauthorized acts. If you will be away or simply want greater control over your property, this measure is ideal. Freezing allows publicity to be given to the registered...Read More
Peru and Hong Kong Consolidate Their Trade Alliance
Legislative Decree No. 1644 amended Law No. 31557, the law regulating the operation of remote gaming and remote sports betting, to complement the regulation of its tax collection and optimize its application. As part of the APEC agenda, Peru and Hong Kong signed the FTA after several years of negotiations that began in 2022. The FTA will be a broad and ambitious agreement covering trade in...Read More
Welcome to the “Chancay Megaport”
On Thursday, November 14, 2024, the Chancay Megaport was inaugurated virtually. This ceremony took place at the Government Palace in the presence of Peruvian President Dina Boluarte and Chinese President Xi Jinping. The goal of the Chancay Megaport is to become the starting point for forging a new corridor between the Asian giant and Latin America, as it will not only bring significant...Read More
Changes to the Regulations on Customs Bills of Lading
We are writing to inform you of an issue that could significantly impact your operations and contractual relationships with your clients in Mexico. Superintendency Resolution No. 000240-2024-SUNAT was published today, amending the regulations on bills of lading. The main objective is to implement processes with greater traceability of information and goods involved in import and export...Read More
The Regulations of the General Customs Law and other regulations are amended
On October 24, 2024, Supreme Decree No. 198-2024-EF was published, amending the Regulations of the General Customs Law, the Table of Sanctions applicable to violations provided for in the General Customs Law, among other provisions. The amendments are based on the need to have a regulatory and operational framework that supports the operations of the Chancay Mega Port and to simplify the rules...Read More
Remote Gaming and Sports Betting Will Be Subject to the Selective Consumption Tax
Legislative Decree No. 1644 amended Law No. 31557, the law regulating the operation of remote gaming and remote sports betting, to complement the regulation of its tax collection and optimize its application. Among the amendments to the Selective Consumption Tax Law, these activities will be incorporated into the Value System, a system through which the tax will be applied to the amount...Read More
The Income Tax Law (LIR) on Other Valuation Methods in the Transfer Pricing Rules is amended
Through Legislative Decree No. 1663, the Income Tax Law is amended in connection with the application of Transfer Pricing valuation methods. This amendment, which will enter into force on January 1, 2025, specifies the circumstances under which methods other than those already established may be applied: The prices and amounts of the established consideration correspond to the value that...Read More
Workshops: Financial management and export development tools.
Theme: Financial management and export development tools. Speakers: Alfred Kossuth Wieland– Head of the Corporate Department Date: 27 May 2025 Organiser: PromPerú Read More
Workshops: Precedents of mandatory compliance from the Labour Inspection Court in 2024
Theme: Precedents of mandatory compliance from the Labour Inspection Court in 2024 Speakers: Alfred Kossuth Wieland– Head of the Labour and Migration Department Vanessa Mejía Mejía – Associate of the Labour and Migration Department Date: 27 March 2025 Organiser: PromPerú Read More
Workshops: Value adjustments on Imports
Theme: Value adjustments on Imports Speakers: José Luis Sorogastúa – Partner of Foreign Trade and Customs Date: 11 April Organiser: Grupo Textil Casas, Centro Comerecial Giribaldi, Thorne, Echeandía & Lema Abogados y Asociación de Importadores del Perú Read More
Constitution of the Peruvian Importers’ Association – AIP
Colegio de Contadores Públicos de Lima (Lima Association of Public Accountants) We are pleased to inform you that our firm, taking into consideration the various problems of a regulatory, operational, commercial and other nature that arise in customs and foreign trade operations, with the consequent economic damage and legal uncertainty that these entail for importers, has taken the initiative...Read More
Seminario: Precios de Transferencia: “Reporte Local 2016 / 2017”
Seminar: Transfer Pricing: ‘Local Reporting 2016 / 2017’. Theme: Transfer Pricing: ‘Local Reporting 2016 / 2017’. Speakers: Jorge Andrade Rojas – Off Counsel of Transfer Pricing Date: 3 April Organiser: Colegio de Contadores Públicos de Lima (Lima Association of Public Accountants) Read MoreSubscribe for free
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