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Prince of Wales Provides Input into London Redevelopment Process

May 27, 2009 at 8:19 am by NotAPretender

Using a bit of royal-to-royal pull, and acting via his Foundation for the Built Environment, The Prince of Wales has been heard in his vocal objections to a modern design for a London redevelopment site. Developer Qatari Diar plans to build 552 flats in 17 blocks on the former Chelsea Barracks site in west London. Qatari Diar is owned by the Qatari Investment Authority, the investment arm of the sovereign … Continue reading →

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Liechtenstein Addresses Tax Haven Status

March 21, 2009 at 2:54 pm by NotAPretender

Liechtenstein has agreed to address its tax haven status by adopting international standards on tax cooperation. The Prime Minister and Ruling Prince have agreed to talks with other countries in an attempt to remove the distinction between tax fraud and tax evasion. Hereditary Prince Alois confirmed that this decision had been agreed to between the government, business leaders and the royal family. The princely House of Liechtenstein owns the LGT … Continue reading →