Transfer Pricing Policy for Bangladesh

20 Pages Posted: 20 Feb 2003

Date Written: November 4, 2002

Abstract

As Bangladesh tries to increase the level of foreign direct investment, the authorities may formulate a transfer pricing policy to reduce the scope for detrimental profit-shifting activities of transnational corporations. A simple model to illustrate the role of transfer pricing in intra-corporate cross-border trade is presented. It is argued that while Bangladesh's transfer pricing policy should be based on internationally accepted principles, it will have to be suitable to the situation of the country and congruent to the administrative capability of the national tax authorities. Key challenges and further research topics in transfer pricing issues pertaining to Bangladesh are identified and discussed.

Keywords: Bangladesh, Transfer Pricing, Tax, Transnational Corporations, Multinational Corporations, Foreign Direct Investment

JEL Classification: D21, F13, H25, H32, L11, O23

Suggested Citation

Akram, Tanweer, Transfer Pricing Policy for Bangladesh (November 4, 2002). Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=356800 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.356800

Tanweer Akram (Contact Author)

Citibank ( email )

Irving, TX 75039

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