Malta enacts 2026 budget measures introducing R&D tax breaks, tighter rules on VAT and excise duties
Malta's Budget Measures Implementation Act 2026 reshapes the country's tax landscape across multiple fronts — introducing a generous 175% R&D deduction, tightening VAT rules on related-party transactions, and overhauling personal...
Read MoreHong Kong schedules readings of 2026 inland revenue amendment bill, Stamp Duty Amendment Bill
Hong Kong's Legislative Council is meeting to advance two gazetted amendment bills on tax concessions and stamp duty, seek authority to expend up to HKD 181.7 billion for the 2026-27 financial year, and debate members' motions on homelessness policy and national development strategy, alongside 22 questions on government policy.
Read MoreItaly to revise 2026 budget law delaying import fee, clarifying VAT rules, easing hyper-depreciation criteria
The Italian government is set to modify its 2026 Budget Law with three significant amendments: delaying import fees on low-value shipments until 30 June 2026, clarifying VAT treatment for exchange contracts based on their signing date, and removing European manufacturing restrictions from enhanced depreciation tax incentives for business capital investments.
Read MoreGreece: AADE issues guidance on Pillar Two top-up tax information return
AADE has issued a guidance outlining the rules for notifying which entity will submit the Pillar Two Top-Up Tax return. Submissions must be made electronically through myAADE, with deadlines of 15–18 months and penalties for late filings.
Read MoreChile: SII clarifies VAT rules on software purchases from US firms, subsequent sublicensing abroad
Chile's tax authority has clarified that a local company distributing US software to Central America must pay VAT on its inbound purchase but may claim exemption on outbound sublicensing—provided customs officials certify the activity as an export service.
Read MoreNorway advances digital bookkeeping, e-invoicing mandate for businesses
Norway will require businesses to use e-invoicing for B2B transactions from 1 January 2027 and fully digital accounting systems by 1 January 2030, with the government projecting NOK 10 billion in economic benefits over two decades while strengthening financial crime prevention.
Read MoreGreece opens myAADE portal for 2025 income tax returns
Greece’s tax authority has launched the myAADE platform for filing 2025 income tax returns, setting deadlines through July 2026 and confirming instalment payment options alongside new system features and tax relief measures.
Read MoreOman: OTA issues reminder for 2025 tax return deadlines
All returns and payments must be completed digitally through the official government portal, using the prescribed regulatory forms. The authority emphasised that meeting these deadlines is essential for maintaining legal compliance.
Read MoreKorea (Rep.) introduces transfer pricing reforms, Pillar Two rollout
Presidential Decree No. 36128 introduces wide-ranging amendments to its international tax framework, including enhanced transfer pricing rules, stricter interest deduction limits, updated CFC provisions, and the implementation of the OECD’s Global Minimum Tax, alongside expanded reporting and compliance obligations.
Read MoreUK: HMRC consults business systems integration to simplify record-keeping
HMRC has opened a consultation seeking views on how digital integration could simplify business record-keeping. The call for evidence runs until 4 June 2026, with responses accepted online or by email.
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Greece opens myAADE portal for 2025 income tax returns
18 March, 2026
Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has opened the
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Oman: OTA issues reminder for 2025 tax return deadlines
18 March, 2026
The Oman Tax Authority (OTA) has reminded taxpayers of the filing
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Kazakhstan approves country list for CFC exemption tied to corporate tax thresholds, treaty criteria
18 March, 2026
Kazakhstan's Minister of Finance has approved a comprehensive list of
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Korea (Rep.) introduces transfer pricing reforms, Pillar Two rollout
18 March, 2026
Korea (Rep.) has published Presidential Decree No. 36128, partially
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Malta enacts 2026 budget measures introducing R&D tax breaks, tighter rules on VAT and excise duties
18 March, 2026
Malta has gazetted the Budget Measures Implementation Act 2026 (Act No.
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OECD updates signatories list for MCAA-CbC
18 March, 2026
The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) released
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Korea (Rep.) introduces transfer pricing reforms, Pillar Two rollout
18 March, 2026
Korea (Rep.) has published Presidential Decree No. 36128, partially
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UN: 32nd Session of Committee of Experts on Tax Cooperation
12 March, 2026
The 32nd session of the UN Committee of Experts on International
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Iceland: Court of Appeals rule taxpayers must prove arm’s length pricing in related-party deals
05 March, 2026
The Icelandic Court of Appeals (Landsréttur) upheld the ruling of the
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Australia: ATO releases public country-by-country reporting compliance guidance
04 March, 2026
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released instructions to complete
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Norway advances digital bookkeeping, e-invoicing mandate for businesses
18 March, 2026
Norway's Ministry of Finance is introducing legislation that will require
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UK: HMRC consults business systems integration to simplify record-keeping
18 March, 2026
The UK tax authority (HMRC) launched a consultation on 12 March 2026,
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Hong Kong schedules readings of 2026 inland revenue amendment bill, Stamp Duty Amendment Bill
18 March, 2026
The Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department has introduced the Inland Revenue
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Italy to revise 2026 budget law delaying import fee, clarifying VAT rules, easing hyper-depreciation criteria
18 March, 2026
Italy’s Ministry of Economy and Finance announced on 12 March 2026 that
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Bosnia and Herzegovina tightens TIN registration rules with debt checks, stricter relocation procedures
18 March, 2026
The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) has introduced updated
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Argentina updates income tax, VAT rules
Argentina’s government has published Law No. 27,802/2026 in the Official Bulletin on 6 March 2026, which entered into force on the same day,
Read MoreUN: 32nd Session of Committee of Experts on Tax Cooperation
The 32nd session of the UN Committee of Experts on International Cooperation in Tax Matters is to be held from 23 to 26 March 2026. A provisional
Read MoreAustralia: ATO releases new Pillar Two guidance, organises information session in April
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) released the updated guidance on Lodging, paying and other obligations for Pillar Two on 12 March 2026. The
Read MoreMorocco: DGI clarifies 2026 Finance Law, details adjustments to corporate tax, PIT, VAT
Morocco’s tax administration (DGI) issued Circular No. 737 on 27 February 2026, clarifying the tax measures of Finance Law 50-25 for 2026, part of
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