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Bureaucratic registration procedures for overseas businesses in Argentina affecting foreign exporters/investors
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All sectors |
Argentina |
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Changes to capital controls in Argentina affecting foreign trade
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All sectors |
Argentina |
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Discretionary approval of non-automatic import licences ('SIMIs') in Argentina
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All sectors |
Argentina |
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Work or training permit was required for UK to Austria visitors for over 5 days
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All sectors |
Austria |
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Public procurement registration requirements in Austria affecting UK exporters / investors
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All sectors |
Austria |
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Complex rules and regulation surrounding establishment of international schools
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Education and training |
Bahrain |
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Applications for 2014 Cross Border Higher Education Act in Bangladesh on hold
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Education and training |
Bangladesh |
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Tax uncertainty affects profitability of UK businesses in Bangladesh
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All sectors |
Bangladesh |
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Lack of clarity in application of customs valuation rules
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All sectors |
Bangladesh |
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Contract registration needed at banks in Belarus for export orders exceeding 3000 Euros
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All sectors |
Belarus |
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Regulatory framework for bilingual education in Brazil
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Education and training |
Brazil |
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Absence of a Double Taxation Agreement between the UK and Brazil
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All sectors |
Brazil |
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Tax advantage for domestic businesses over foreign-based exporters and investors in Canada
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All sectors |
Canada |
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Restrictive requirements for UK early years teachers to work in China
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Education and training |
China |
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Barriers to exporting UK professional qualifications to China
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Education and training |
China |
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Lack of recognition for UK Further Education colleges in China
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Education and training |
China |
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Non-academic professional training organisations from overseas not allowed to establish as a Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise in China
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Education and training |
China |
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Exemptions not granted by the Chinese Institute of Certified Public Accountants for courses and exams of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
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Education and training |
China |
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Difficulty gaining recognition of sports qualifications in China
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Sports economy, Education and training |
China |
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Restrictions on cross-border data transfer and data localisation in China
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All sectors |
China |
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Publicity tax legislation for spirits in Colombia
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All sectors |
Colombia |
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Lack of a Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) between Colombia and UK
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All sectors |
Colombia |
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Unclear and inaccessible procurement process in Costa Rica
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All sectors |
Costa Rica |
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UK companies could not establish a commercial presence in Denmark
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All sectors |
Denmark |
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Lack of a Double Taxation Agreement between the UK and Ecuador
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All sectors |
Ecuador |
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Minimum capital requirement could affect UK investors in Ghana
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All sectors |
Ghana |
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Difficulties in accessing relevant information regarding procurement processes in Grenada
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Education and training, Advanced engineering, Environment, Water, Energy |
Grenada |
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Hong Kong Institute of Architects not recognising programmes by UK universities
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Education and training |
Hong Kong |
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Delay in approval of capital assistance loans for international schools.
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Education and training |
Hong Kong |
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Uneven application of qualifications standards in Indonesia, and lack of harmonisation with UK qualifications
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Education and training |
Indonesia |
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Restrictions on overseas higher-education institutions in Indonesia
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Education and training |
Indonesia |
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Foreign ownership restrictions affecting UK exporters and investors in Indonesia
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Energy, Construction, Financial and professional services, Technology and smart cities, Pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, Education and training, Healthcare services |
Indonesia |
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Local presence requirements in Indonesia affecting UK exporters/investor
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All sectors |
Indonesia |
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Expatriate workers restricted in Indonesia
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All sectors |
Indonesia |
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Lengthy standards testing in Israel affecting UK exports
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All sectors |
Israel |
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UK exports to Israel incurring tariffs when goods contain EU inputs
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All sectors |
Israel |
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Public procurement barriers for UK businesses wanting to bid for tenders in Israel
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All sectors |
Israel |
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Delays in clearance of goods from Nairobi to other Kenyan cities
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All sectors |
Kenya |
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Local investment requirements for overseas investors winning government contracts
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All sectors |
Kuwait |
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Limitations on higher education online teaching and delivery
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Education and training |
Malaysia |
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Recruitment of foreign workers and expatriates in Malaysia are restricted by employment rules
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All sectors |
Malaysia |
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Set and measure quality standards for skills in Mexico
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Education and training |
Mexico |
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Product samples regulations in Mexico affecting UK exporters/investors
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All sectors |
Mexico |
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Difficulty obtaining land approvals impacting UK exporters/investors to Morocco
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Energy, Education and training, Consumer and retail |
Morocco |
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Advance payments ceiling for UK exporters to Morocco
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All sectors |
Morocco |
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Lack of regulation for UK Higher Education course in Myanmar
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Education and training |
Myanmar (Burma) |
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Significant requirements for gaining recognition of UK qualifications in New Zealand
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Financial and professional services, Education and training |
New Zealand |
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Lack of effective enforcement of intellectual property rights has negative impact on UK exports to Pakistan
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Education and training, Consumer and retail, Healthcare services, Medical devices and equipment |
Pakistan |
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Double Taxation Agreement between UK and Peru to encourage more trade and investment
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All sectors |
Peru |
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Recognition of UK degrees and professional qualifications
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Construction, Education and training |
Qatar |
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Age restrictions for teachers and school workers in Qatar
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Education and training |
Qatar |
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Saudi Arabia does not recognise totally online qualifications
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Education and training |
Saudi Arabia |
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Requirements for product safety and quality marking in Saudi Arabia
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Technology and smart cities, Advanced engineering, Consumer and retail, Chemicals, Construction, Education and training |
Saudi Arabia |
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Saudi Arabia Data Transfer Requirements
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All sectors |
Saudi Arabia |
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Customs delays affect UK originating imports to South Africa
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All sectors |
South Africa |
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Exchange controls in setting up contracts affecting UK exporters/investors in South Africa
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All sectors |
South Africa |
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Restrictions and difficulties in transferring money to and from South Africa is affecting UK exporters and investors
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All sectors |
South Africa |
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Lack of enforcement of customs procedures for samples of new exports from the UK to South Africa
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All sectors |
South Africa |
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Delays obtaining authorisation letters impacting UK exporters in South Africa
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All sectors |
South Africa |
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Difficulties in accessing relevant information regarding procurement processes in St Lucia
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Advanced engineering, Education and training, Water, Energy |
St Lucia |
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Non-Thais can't buy land in Thailand, affecting UK exporters/investors
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All sectors |
Thailand |
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Restrictions on employment of foreign workers
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All sectors |
Thailand |
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Inconsistent custom procedures affecting exports to Thailand
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All sectors |
Thailand |
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Many areas of work denied to UK citizens in Thailand
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All sectors |
Thailand |
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Foreign Business Act restricting foreign participation in services sector
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All sectors |
Thailand |
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Local registration of overseas workers/residents affecting UK exporters/investors in Turkmenistan
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All sectors |
Turkmenistan |
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Trademark infringement in Ukraine affecting UK exporters/investors
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Consumer and retail, Education and training, Pharmaceuticals and biotechnology |
Ukraine |
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Lack of recognition of UK professional qualifications
|
Education and training |
United Arab Emirates |
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UK exporters need to have a local partner for companies established outside of Freezones in UAE
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All sectors |
United Arab Emirates |
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Professional qualification requirements affecting service exports from the UK to the United States
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Advanced engineering, Financial and professional services, Construction, Education and training |
United States |
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Domestic preference for government procurement in Wyoming, United States
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All sectors |
United States |
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Domestic preference for government procurement contracts in Hawaii, United States
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All sectors |
United States |
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Lack of recognition for UK teaching qualifications in Vietnam
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Education and training, Financial and professional services, Healthcare services |
Vietnam |
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Foreign currency cannot be held for more than 30 days in Zimbabwe
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All sectors |
Zimbabwe |
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After approvals UK exporters and investors face long waits to get their money out of Zimbabwe
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All sectors |
Zimbabwe |
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UK exporters and investors face challenges in getting their money out of Zimbabwe
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All sectors |
Zimbabwe |
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UK companies face difficulties in getting work permits in Zimbabwe
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All sectors |
Zimbabwe |
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Net metering installation restrictions in Zimbabwe reduce viability of UK solar energy investment
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All sectors |
Zimbabwe |