> I can't admit I understand exactly what's going on in this case That's exactly the problem! These are extremely complex situations where there usually doesn'

> I can't admit I understand exactly what's going on in this case That's exactly the problem! These are extremely complex situations where there usually doesn't exist any clear answer. If there did, large corporations almost certainly would not take these steps. If there were clear laws, then taking these steps could be criminal tax fraud. Blame the regulators. There's nothing stopping nations from writing clearer tax laws.