Canada tables bill introducing budget measures, includes amendments to Global Minimum Tax Act
Canada's Department of Finance has tabled the Notice of Ways and Means Motion to introduce a bill entitled A second Act to implement certain provisions of the budget in Parliament on 4 November 2025. The bill introduces a range of measures,
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Argentina delays fuel tax increases until June 2026
The Executive branch of the Argentine government issued Decree 302/2026 on 29 April 2026, which modifies previous regulations to adjust the timeline and amounts for fuel and carbon tax increases in Argentina. This decree specifically targets the
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US: Treasury, IRS provide guidance on a new method for recovering federal excise tax paid on dyed fuel established under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill
The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service on 30 April 2026 issued temporary regulations and the accompanying notice of proposed rulemaking on a new method for recovering federal excise tax paid on dyed fuel established under
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Malaysia issues new exchange rate rules for sales and service tax invoicing
Malaysia’s Royal Malaysian Customs Department (RMCD) has issued Public Ruling No. 1/2026 (PR 1/2026) addressing the foreign currency exchange rate applicable for sales tax and service tax compliance. Effective 31 March 2026, it mandates that
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European Commission urges Spain to address discriminatory tax treatment of non-resident workers residing in the country
The European Commission has issued a reasoned opinion urging Spain to end the discriminatory taxation of non-resident taxpayers who work and habitually reside in the country, as outlined in its April 2026 infringements package published on 28 April
See MoreEU Parliament EUR 60 billion annually from new tax sources in 2028-34 budget, considers new levies on digital services, gambling, crypto
The European Parliament endorsed its position on the Interim report on the proposal for the multiannual financial framework for 2028-2034, which was approved on 28 April 2026. The seven-year budget proposal underscores Parliament's continued
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US: Trump Administration to raise digital tax issue with King Charles during state visit
The US President Donald Trump has revealed that he will address several pressing bilateral issues with King Charles during the British monarch's upcoming state visit to Washington, including the UK's digital services tax. Speaking to Reuters on
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Hungary maintains 0% advertising tax rate despite earlier reinstatement plans
Hungary has gazetted Government Decree No. 87/2026 on 23 April 2026, which maintains the 0% advertising tax rate in effect since 1 July 2019. Without this intervention, the advertising tax would have been reinstated on 1 July 2026. The new decree
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Brazil plans oil revenue windfall to fund fuel tax relief
Brazil's government has introduced legislation proposing to use windfall revenue from elevated oil prices to finance temporary cuts in federal fuel taxes, as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East drive energy costs higher. Planning Minister
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Finland: Government cuts corporate tax in fiscal plan for 2027–2030
The Finnish government has announced the economic plan for the years 2027–2030 on 22 April 2026. Key measures include tax incentives for households and businesses, significant investments in infrastructure and housing, and a strategic focus on
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South Africa updates income tax, VAT, carbon tax rules
South African President has signed the Taxation Laws Amendment Act 5 of 2026, amending the Carbon Tax Act, 2019 and related Schedules. The Act was passed on 31 March 2026 and published in the Government Gazette on 1 April 2026. It introduces
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Belgium: Lower House reviews legislation for digital services tax
The Belgian members of the lower house submitted bill No. 56K1491001 to the parliament on 17 April 2026, which outlines a proposal to establish a digital services tax 9DST) in Belgium targeting global technology giants from 1 January 2027. The
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US: New York Governor, Mayor propose tax on luxury second homes
New York Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveiled a joint proposal on 15 April 2026 to impose a new tax on second homes valued above USD 5 million. The measure specifically targets ultra-wealthy individuals who maintain expensive
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Sweden proposes tonnage tax reforms to boost shipping competitiveness
Sweden’s Ministry of Finance has proposed changes to the Swedish tonnage taxation system through the Bill 2025/26:243 to strengthen the competitiveness of Swedish shipping on 14 April 2026. The proposal would extend the system to cover
See MoreFinland moves forward with municipal tourist tax legislation
Finland’s Ministry of Finance announced on 17 April 2026 that it is preparing to introduce a tourist tax that would allow municipalities to generate additional revenue from visitors. The Ministry of Finance has begun drafting legislation following
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Ireland cuts fuel excise, announces support package for transport and agriculture
Ireland’s government announced a new package of measures, on 13 April 2026, on fuel costs and to support the transport, farming and fisheries sectors. These measures follow significant recent engagement with industry representatives and are in
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Poland: Council of Ministers proposes excise duty expansion for e-cigarettes
Poland’s Council of Ministers has approved a draft amendment to the Excise Duty Act on 14 April 2026, extending excise taxation to e-cigarettes that operate using electromagnetic induction. The reform aims to align their treatment with existing
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Lithuania updates excise guidance for heated tobacco, e-cigarette liquids
Lithuania State Tax Inspectorate has updated its excise duty guidance on heated tobacco products and electronic cigarette liquids, clarifying liability, rates, exemptions and compliance under the Law on Excise Duties on 14 April 2026. For heated
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