Malta: Government extends property tax incentives for 2025
The Maltese government has extended key property tax incentives until 31 December 2025, supporting homebuyers, family businesses, and urban conservation efforts. First-time buyers will continue to benefit from duty exemptions, while second-time
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UK: House of Commons votes to enshrine fiscal rules in law, strengthening economic stability
The House of Commons voted to enshrine the Charter for Budget Responsibility and the new fiscal rules into law on Wednesday, 29 January 2025. These fiscal rules provide the stability which underpins the Plan for Change and the Government’s
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Denmark introduces Green Investment Window, allows more than 100% expense deductions for eligible investments
Denmark's newly agreed framework for the Green Investment Window is a step toward strengthening Danish businesses in their shift toward a more sustainable economy. Under this agreement, companies investing in climate-friendly production between 1
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Uzbekistan adopts CIS tax information exchange protocol
Uzbekistan adopted the amended protocol of the CIS Mutual Assistance Agreement on 13 December 2024. The Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) is an intergovernmental organization that promotes cooperation among former Soviet republics. It was
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Turkey extends tax restructuring and force majeure measures with new presidential decision
Turkey’s Revenue Administration has released Presidential Decision No. 9500 on 1 February 2025, extending provisions for restructuring tax debts. This measure revisits installment payment terms established under previous laws, including Law No.
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Ireland: Revenue updates corporation tax manual with new rules on company dissolution
Irish Revenue's eBrief No. 030/25 on 31 January 2025 introduces updates to Tax and Duty Manual Part 08-02-01, refining Corporation Tax rules on income charges and adding a new section 4.6 focused on company dissolution. This manual provides an
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US postpones new tariffs on Canada, Mexico for 30 days
US President Donald Trump has agreed on Monday, 3 February 2025, to halt tariffs on Canada and Mexico for 30 days – which was set to take effect Tuesday, 4 February 2025 – after both countries pledged to step up efforts to stop illicit drugs and
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Australia: Senate report on bill to amend luxury car tax and deny interest deductions on tax debts
Australia’s Senate Economics Legislation Committee has published its report on the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Incentives and Integrity) Bill 2024. This follows after the Senate referred the provisions of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax
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US: MTC issues proposal to define digital products for state taxation
The Multistate Tax Commission (MTC) Workgroup issued a proposal on 23 January 2025 exploring the creation of a distinct tax classification for digital products. The intention is to separate digital goods from traditional classifications like
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Poland: Parliament passes bill on VAT changes, expands excise duty to nicotine products
Poland’s lower house of Parliament (Sejm) has passed a bill delaying changes to VAT rates during its January 22-24, 2025 sittings. The Sejm also extended the reverse charge mechanism to gas, electricity and services associated with the transfer
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Danmark: Ministry of Taxation launches public consultation on draft tax legislation amendments
The Danish Ministry of Taxation has initiated a public consultation on the draft legislation to amend the Minimum Taxation Act, the Tax Assessment Act, the Corporate Tax Act, the Tax Administration Act, and the Tax Control Act on 3 February
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Belgium: Coalition government plans tax reforms
Belgium’s five political parties agreed on a coalition government program on 31 January 2025, which outlines various tax reform measures. These reforms introduce tax measures to boost economic competitiveness by encouraging “green”
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Luxembourg shifts tax filing deadline to April for pre-filled returns
Luxembourg’s Administration des Contributions Directes (ACD) has moved the tax return submission date to 7 April 2025, replacing the previous first-Monday-in-February deadline. The new timeline aligns with employers’ early-year data
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Argentina to cut auto and motorcycle excise tax
Argentina’s economy minister Luis Caputo announced on an X post a major tax reduction on luxury cars and motorcycles in Argentina on 28 January 2025. This initiative is designed to make high-end vehicles more affordable while boosting demand in
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UK introduces new tax regulations for self-assessment returns
The UK tax authority, His Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC), has introduced new regulations requiring taxpayers to provide additional details in their annual self-assessment tax returns. The Income Tax (Additional Information to be included in
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US: Senate bill seeks to block tax credits and deductions for payments to Russia
US Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and John Cornyn have introduced bipartisan legislation on 30 January 2025 aimed at blocking businesses from claiming foreign tax credits or deductions for taxes paid to fund the Russian government's war
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Norway plans tax relief for mutual (investment) funds
Norway's Ministry of Finance has launched a public consultation on the proposed new tax measures to support mutual (investment) funds. The new tax regulations aim to eliminate double taxation and offer Norwegian funds a more favourable framework.
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Saudi Arabia: ZATCA issues guidance on double taxation relief
The Saudi Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has released guidance on double taxation relief under the country’s tax treaties. The guidance outlines available methods for avoiding double taxation, including exemption and credit
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