IQE announces it will attend the leading global annual tax conference in Mumbai in December with the Isle of Man Government, as the company continues to focus on new geographic markets.

IQE Limited has announced that it will be supporting the Isle of Man Government’s Department of Economic Development at The International Taxation Conference in Mumbai on 6 – 8 December. Recognised as a leading global annual event on the subject, it is now in its eighteenth year, the emphasis has gradually evolved to offer a truly technical conference with the objective to enable tax practitioners to disseminate knowledge and provide a better understanding of global international tax practices, developments and trends.

David Karran, managing director of IQE, explained why the 3 day conference is of strategic importance to his company and also to the Isle of Man, “Despite current markets, the Isle of Man remains a key partner for many Indian businesses accessing London's capital markets for further investment, whether they are established on the London Stock Exchange or private equity invested companies. With its strong infrastructure, legal and regulatory framework and a highly experienced professional workforce, the Isle of Man is well placed to offer expert services to these new entities, particularly where investments are emanating from the UK and Europe. IQE Limited has operated in the Indian markets for over 10 years, working with some of the most successful quoted, listed and substantial private businesses and, as a result, the pertinent accountants, lawyers and associated advisors. Whilst the Institutional Market remains difficult, we continue to see existing international private clients actively investing in emerging markets. This is good news for the Isle of Man as these clients look to continue to work with trusted partners to help manage their international investments.“

In recognition of the importance of this India business to its operations, IQE recently launched IQE (Mauritius) Limited to support its clients and their professional advisors not only in India but also to support the growing African business that is being introduced through the London market. Steve McCafferty, associate director of IQE, was a guest of Brand South Africa at a recent dinner hosted by the South African High Commissioner.  Steve commented: "This was a very well managed event with both a brand and investment focus, there are plenty of influential and passionate people involved in promoting South Africa and the common thread for this country and other emerging markets is the huge need and appetite for continued inward investment. The recent launch of IQE (Mauritius) Limited will help retain many of the relationships we have made from these two strategic regions as well as those we are anticipating forging at next month’s international tax conference, giving us the opportunity to grow our overall business.”