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Aug 24, 2022
Leaked files shed light on financial structures behind oligarchs’ seized yachts
Amid a wave of sanctions against President Vladimir Putin’s allies, complex networks of offshore companies are making for choppy waters for authorities looking to confiscate high value assets.
Jun 06, 2022
How Russia’s ‘richest’ lawmaker used his partner’s secret companies to own two yachts and a Seychelles villa
Paradise Papers reveal how billionaire Andrei Skoch financed the acquisition of luxury assets including a yacht now targeted by U.S. sanctions, while offshore law firm Appleby disregarded his alleged ties to Russian criminal groups.
Apr 11, 2022
Who helps Russian oligarchs secretly buy jets, yachts and other luxury playthings?
Leaked documents expose the enablers who made it possible for the Rotenberg brothers, Gennady Timchenko, Alexander Ponomarenko and executives at Russian gas company Gazprom to live large.
Mar 12, 2018
Europe cracks down on luxury yacht tax dodge, citing Paradise Papers
The European Commission is taking action against three EU member states for failing to collect sufficient value added tax (VAT) on yachts.
Nov 06, 2017
Offshore Gurus Help Rich Avoid Tax on Jets and Yachts
Buying a $27-million private jet or plush mega-yacht means millions in sales taxes — unless you know the right pro.
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