Lithuania: MoF presents draft budget, expands list of corporate tax exempt entities
Lithuania’s 2026 draft Budget proposes halting the planned increase in CO2 excise duty on diesel and introducing a corporate tax exemption for the National Development Bank. Lithuania’s Ministry of Finance has presented the 2026 draft Budget
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Zambia: ZRA introduces 10% excise duty on gaming, betting
Revenue Authority introduced a 10% excise duty on gaming and betting, effective from September 2025, with payments due by the 15th of the following month. The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has confirmed the introduction of a 10% excise duty on
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Poland: MoF announces amendments to sugar, gaming tax
The proposed law aims to raise the sugar tax on sweetened and energy drinks and increase the flat-rate income tax on contest and lottery winnings from 10% to 15%. Poland's government has announced a draft law regarding changes to the Public
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Hungary: Parliament reviews Autumn Tax Package measures
Hungary’s draft autumn tax package, presented on 14 October 2025, proposes adjustments across corporate, VAT, insurance, retail, and advertisement taxes—including R&D incentives, global minimum tax compliance, reduced VAT on beef,
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EU officially issues regulation to streamline, enhance the carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM)
The amended Regulation is the final step in the formal adoption process, signed by the European Parliament and the Council and a key step towards fostering a more competitive and sustainable business environment while effectively addressing climate
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Morocco: Government presents 2026 Finance Bill to the parliament
The 2026 Finance Bill introduces broad tax reforms, including expanded corporate and personal income tax withholding, new VAT exemptions for specific goods and investments, the launch of a petroleum product marking system, and the introduction of a
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Brazil: National Congress nullifies provisional measures on equity interest, financial entities taxes
Proposed tax changes under PM No. 1.303 will not take effect after the required approval is not secured by the deadline. Brazil's National Congress issued Declaratory Act No. 67 on 15 October 2025, which officially confirmed that Provisional
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Australia: Victoria government presents Omnibus state tax bill to parliament, seeks to refine existing frameworks for property taxes
The bill proposed various changes, including adjustments to the Commercial and Industrial Property Tax Reform Act 2024, refining the criteria for transactions eligible under the commercial and industrial property tax scheme. The Victorian
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UK: Welsh government unveils 2026-27 draft budget, proposes landfill disposal tax rate increase
For 2026–27, Wales will keep existing LTT rates but revise Multiple Dwelling Relief and introduce a new refund rule for certain leased properties, while the LDT standard rate will rise in line with RPI. Wales’ Cabinet Secretary for Finance
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Norway: Government presents 2026 Budget Bill, corporate income tax to remain at current levels
The 2026 Budget Bill prioritises welfare, health, defence, reducing electric car subsidies, cutting income and electricity taxes to boost purchasing power, and closing tax loopholes. Norway’s government has presented its proposal for the state
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Italy: MoF presents draft budget plan for 2026-28
Italy’s 2026 budget introduces a new three-year tax credit for businesses in SEZs, extends plastic, sugar, and tourist tax exemptions until 2026, allocates EUR 100 million for SLZs, and refinances the Nuova Sabatini incentive. Italy’s
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Brazil: Chamber of Deputies rejects higher taxes on equity interest, financial entities
Proposed tax changes under PM No. 1.303 will not take effect after failing to secure the required approval by the deadline. Brazil's Chamber of Deputies did not approve Provisional Measure (PM) No. 1.303 issued on 11 June 2025, which proposes
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EU: Council to reduce or eliminate customs duties for several agri-food products for Ukraine
The Council approved the EU’s position in the EU-Ukraine Association Committee to reduce or remove customs duties on various agri-food products, including dairy, meat, and produce destined for Ukraine. The EU Council has adopted a decision on
See MoreLithuania adopts excise tax on sweetened drinks from 2026
Lithuanian Parliament approved an excise tax on sweetened drinks from 1 January 2026 to promote healthier consumption and fund the State Defence Fund. The Lithuanian Parliament (Seimas) has adopted amendments to the Law on Excise Duty,
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Hungary initiates authorisation process for Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
The application window for CBAM authorised declarant status has opened on 1 September 2025. The National Climate Protection Authority of Hungary has announced that the application window for becoming an authorised CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment
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Brazil issues updated rules for indirect tax reporting
The updated guideline requires taxpayers to include IBS, CBS, and IS amounts in the total value reported on fiscal documents. Brazil has published new guidelines on the reporting of indirect taxes for the 2026 fiscal year, titled, Practical Guide
See MoreAustralia: ATO releases updated excise tax guidelines for duty-free shops
The revised guidelines align with recent legislative reforms introduced to simplify and modernise the overall excise administration process. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has updated its excise tax guidelines for the duty-free shops. These
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Australia: ATO releases updated excise tax guidelines for tobacco sector
The revised guidelines align with recent legislative reforms introduced to simplify and modernise the overall excise administration process. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has updated its excise tax guidelines for the tobacco industry.
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