South Africa and US signed IGA

US President Donald Trump announced in a Truth Social post on 2 February 2026 that a major trade deal had been reached with India. Under the agreement, the US will sharply reduce tariffs on Indian goods. The overall duty on Indian imports, which

The US and El Salvador signed an agreement to promote US investment in El Salvador’s critical minerals sector on 29 January 2026. Signed in Washington, the deal allows US companies to participate across the full critical minerals supply chain

The US state of California is moving quickly to strengthen vehicle emissions standards and expand electric vehicle (EV) incentives, even as the Trump administration dismantles federal environmental protections. This week, state officials,

The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued a notice on 29 January 2026 urging tax professionals to prepare for the upcoming filing season. “Tax professionals can play a key role in furthering the IRS’s mission to ensure taxpayers understand

The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) released the National Taxpayer Advocate’s 2025 Annual Report to Congress on 28 January 2026, assessing IRS performance over the year and identifying potential risks for 2026. The report notes that taxpayer

The US Internal Revenue Service has issued frequently asked questions in Fact Sheet 2026-02 on 27 January 2026 to help taxpayers, businesses, and other stakeholders understand the changes under Executive Order 14247: Modernising Payment To and From