【西街观察】“双高”被查，法网恢恢无“大V”

Group 1 - The tax authorities have identified and penalized 1,818 high-income individuals, including celebrities and internet influencers, recovering tax payments amounting to 1.523 billion yuan in the first 11 months of the year [1] - The "double high" group, characterized by high income and high net worth, has seen a rise in tax evasion cases, particularly among internet celebrities, due to the complex income structures and hidden financial flows associated with the live-streaming e-commerce model [1][2] - There is a growing trend of tax evasion techniques among this group, including using relatives' accounts for commissions, concealing income, and creating shell companies to transfer funds, which necessitates stronger regulatory measures [1][2] Group 2 - The tax authorities are enhancing their capabilities to prevent risks, identify issues, and conduct precise regulation, aiming to ensure tax security and protect the rights of compliant taxpayers [2] - The legal framework is being strictly enforced against tax evasion by high-income individuals, with a focus on transparency and accountability in tax obligations [2] - The need for reform in the individual income tax system is emphasized, alongside the upgrade of regulatory methods in the context of big data, to effectively address the challenges posed by sophisticated tax evasion strategies [3]