Hong Kong: IRD revises lists of debt instruments qualifying for profits tax relief
The Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has released updated lists of Qualifying Debt Instruments (QDIs) eligible for profits tax concessions or exemptions as of 31 December 2025, with the latest update notably expanding coverage to include
See MoreFinland: MoF consults corporate tax cut, extended loss carry forward
Finland's Ministry of Finance has initiated a public consultation on significant corporate tax reforms designed to strengthen business competitiveness and stimulate investment. The proposed changes are scheduled to take effect on 1 January
See MoreMontenegro proposes draft corporate tax rules in accordance to EU ATAD
The Government of Montenegro has released a draft law on Amendments to the Law on Corporate Income Tax, proposing measures to address profit shifting in accordance with the EU Anti-Tax Avoidance Directive (ATAD) (Directive 2016/1164 as amended by
See MoreSingapore: IRAS updates tax framework for Variable Capital Companies in fourth edition guide
The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) issued an updated e-Tax Guide, Tax Framework for Variable Capital Companies (Fourth Edition) on 22 April 2026. This e-Tax Guide sets out the tax framework for Variable Capital Companies (VCCs), a
See MoreNew Zealand releases guidance on tax treatment of sponsorship arrangements
New Zealandโs Inland Revenue has issued Interpretation Statement IS 26/10 on the income tax implications of providing sponsorship on 20 Apr 2026, replacing and updating IS3229 Deductibility of sponsorship expenditure. The statement explains how
See MoreArgentina: Buenos Aires launches strategic investment regime with tax benefits up to 65%
The Province of Buenos Aires has introduced the Provincial Strategic Investment Regime under Law 15,510, offering substantial tax incentives to attract productive investments that strengthen the region's economy and development. Investment
See MoreAustralia: ATO mandates super funds and CIVs to lodge RTP schedule for TT26
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) announced on 21 April 2026 that from Tax Time (TT) 2026, reportable tax position (RTP) schedule obligations will apply to large APRA-regulated super funds and large collective investment vehicles (CIVs) that
See MoreSwitzerland extends loss carryforward period after referendum deadline ends
Switzerland is introducing an extension to the loss carryforward period following the expiry of the referendum period for the implementing Federal Law on 17 April 2026. The Swiss Federal Law on Extending Loss Compensation Periods, adopted on 19
See MoreTaiwan: Tax bureau clarifies invoicing rules on rental deposits, interest calculation
Taiwanโs Taipei National Taxation Bureau of the Ministry of Finance stated that when businesses rent out property and collect deposits, they must calculate interest on the deposits and issue uniform invoices to report and pay business tax. The
See MoreUAE: FTA revises administrative penalties, reduces fines across tax compliance regime
The UAE Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has implemented updated administrative penalty provisions under Cabinet Decision No. (129) of 2025, amending parts of Cabinet Decision No. (40) of 2017. The changes, effective 14 April 2026, reduce several fines
See MoreUganda considers 26-27 Budget with targeted withholding taxes across key sectors
Ugandaโs Parliament is considering a wide-ranging package of draft tax Bills for the 2026/2027 Budget, tabled by the government on 1 April 2026, which proposes sweeping changes across environmental levies, excise duties, VAT and income tax. The
See MoreNamibia: NamRA further extends income tax return deadline
The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) has announcedย on 27 March 2026, a further extension for submitting income tax returns related to loss restriction provisions, pushing the deadline to 31 October 2026. This marks the second extension following
See MoreBrazil raises presumed profit margins for corporate income, social contribution taxes
Brazilโs tax authority, the Federal Revenue Service (RFB) issued Normative Instruction No. 2,306 on 23 January 2026, modifying the taxation framework for companies operating under the presumed profit regime. The changes establish a tiered system
See MorePoland proposes major reforms in CIT Act, targets hidden dividends and minimum tax rules
Poland has announced a law on 16 March 2026 that proposes sweeping changes to the Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Act, targeting business definitions, expense deductibility, and specialised tax regimes. These changes aim to refine definitions, introduce
See MoreTurkey releases domestic minimum corporate tax guide
The Turkish Revenue Administration has announced, on 2 April 2026, the release of the domestic minimum corporate tax guide, providing detailed guidance on the new domestic minimum corporate tax rules introduced by Law No. 7524 of 2024. The
See MoreUS: IRS expands business tax account access to partnerships, government, tax-exempt entities
The US Internal Revenue Service announced a major expansion of its Business Tax Account on 6 April 2026, making the online self-service platform available to partnerships, federal, state, and local governments, Indian tribal governments, and
See MoreBolivia cuts corporate tax burden for zero-rated VAT businesses
Boliviaโs National Tax Service (SIN) has introduced a regulatory update yesterday, 7 April 2026, aimed at easing the tax burden on businesses operating under the โzero rateโ VAT regime. Through Regulatory Board Resolution (RND) 102600000010,
See MoreUAE announces tax procedures executive regulation amendments, effective April 2026
The UAE Ministry of Finance (MoF) has announced, on 1 April 2026, amendments to Cabinet Decision No. (74) of 2023 On the Executive Regulation of Federal Decree-Law No. (28) of 2022 on Tax Procedures, pursuant to the amendments introduced under
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