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NOU 2015: 15 - Environmental Pricing (Summary)

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NOU 2019: 18 - Chapter 1: Introduction and summary

Agreement Norway - British Virgin Islands for individuals

Agreement between the Kingdom of Norway and the British Virgin Islands for the avoidance of double taxation on individuals.

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Agreement between the Kingdom of Norway and the British Virgin Islands for the avoidance of double taxation with respect to enterprises operating ships or aircraft in international traffic.