Brazil to open tax advisory office in China to deepen trade ties

Tax Advisory Office to Enhance Brazil-China Cooperation

The establishment of the tax advisory office reflects Brazil’s strategic focus on strengthening relations with China amid escalating global trade tensions.

The new office will facilitate exchange of tax-related information and provide technical guidance on Brazilian tax laws to investors and citizens in China, playing a key role in combating tax evasion and improving the business environment.

Preparatory documents seen by Reuters indicate that discussions around the office began in 2023 and have involved multiple ministries conducting technical reviews.

This initiative coincides with strained trade relations between Brazil and the United States following the introduction of tariffs impacting Brazilian exports.

Tax Advisory Office Reflects Growing Trade Complexity and Strategic Focus

Brazil currently maintains tax and customs attachés in Washington, Buenos Aires, Asuncion, and Montevideo. The new tax advisory office in Beijing marks the country’s first official tax presence in Asia’s largest economy.

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Since President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva took office in 2023, Brazil and China have expanded cooperation, including agreements on infrastructure projects such as a bi-oceanic rail corridor linking Brazil to a Chinese-built port.

The Finance Ministry emphasized that the move is not politically motivated but driven by practical needs related to trade complexity and legal certainty.

The office is expected to improve cross-border tax compliance and reduce risks for Brazilian businesses operating in China.

For more background on the deepening Brazil-China partnership, see the Reuters report on Brazil’s new tax advisory office. Additional insights into the role of tax advisory offices in international cooperation can be found through OECD tax transparency initiatives.