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Apple’s battle with the European Union’s competition watchdog has been backed by the US government, which on Wednesday waded into the complaint over the iPhone maker’s tax arrangements.
The US treasury warned in a white paper that Brussels’ ongoing investigation into Apple’s tax deal with Ireland could “create an unfortunate international tax policy precedent.” On Thursday, the European Commission responded that there was “no bias” against US companies.
After two years of investigations, antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager is expected to issue a decision on allegations of tax dodging by Apple in the autumn.
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Source: Ars Technica – US sends nastygram to European Union over alleged Apple tax dodging