Argentina: ARCA expands mandatory electronic invoicing to additional taxpayers
Argentina’s tax authority (ARCA) has published General Resolution 5893/2026 on 31 August 2026 to modernise billing procedures. This regulation mandates the use of electronic invoices or fiscal controllers for specific taxpayer groups, including
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US: IRS announces benefits of expanded online services
The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS), in a release on 28 August 2026, encouraged taxpayers to explore the growing number of IRS.gov online tools that can help them quickly and securely take care of common tax tasks. IRS.gov offers secure,
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France updates guidance on VAT rate for cooling energy
France has clarified that the supply of cooling energy distributed through networks is subject to the reduced 5.5% rate of value added tax (VAT), following an amendment introduced by the Finance Law for 2026. The clarification was published on 26
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Ireland updates self-assessment guidance on PRSI liability
Irish Revenue has updated its guidance on the Irish Self-Assessment system to clarify which individuals are liable for Pay-Related Social Insurance (PRSI) contributions. The changes were issued through eBrief No. 126/26 on 28 August 2026, which
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France’s tax authority has updated its guidance on income tax reductions for investments in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), FCPI and FIP funds, and solidarity-based enterprises of social utility (ESUS). The update published on 27
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Slovak Republic: MoF proposes Pillar Two tax amendments, expanded safe harbours
The Slovak Republic Ministry of Finance has proposed a draft amendment, on 18 August 2026, to Act No. 507/2023 Coll. pertaining to top-up tax, ensuring a global minimum level of taxation for multinational enterprise (MNE) groups and large-scale
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Belgium introduces reformed penal code with 8-level sanctions for legal entities, natural persons
Belgium's Federal Public Service Finance has announced a reformed Penal Code, which is set to take effect on 1 September 2026. The update establishes parallel systems of eight penalty levels, one applicable to legal entities and another to natural
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EU imposes definitive anti-dumping duties on terephthalic acid from Korea (Rep.), Mexico
The European Commission's (EU) Directorate-General for Trade and Economic Security imposed definitive anti-dumping duties on imports from Korea (Rep.) ranging from 6.1% to 13.3%, while imports from Mexico are subject to a duty of 24.1%. The
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New Zealand revises fuel tax increase schedule
New Zealand has cancelled a planned 12-cent-per-litre fuel excise increase scheduled for 1 January 2027, Finance Minister Nicola Willis and Transport Minister Chris Bishop announced on 31 August 2026. The next fuel excise increase will instead
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France: Ministry of Economy and Finance introduces mandatory e-invoicing
France has today introduced mandatory electronic invoicing and the transmission of transaction data to the tax authorities, marking the start of the country's phased e-invoicing reform. From 1 September 2026, all businesses must be able to
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Singapore updates EIS with AI activity
Singapore’s Enterprise Innovation Scheme (EIS) has been expanded to cover the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), allowing businesses to claim a 400% tax deduction or allowance on up to SGD 50,000 of qualifying AI expenditure per Year of
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France introduces tax neutrality for enterprise restructuring
France has clarified, on 19 August 2026, the tax treatment of sole proprietorship restructuring where an individual entrepreneur elects for Corporate Income Tax (IS), introducing optional mechanisms to defer, suspend or spread taxation of capital
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Malaysia gazettes Income Tax (Transfer Pricing) (Amendment) Rules 2026
Malaysia’s government has published Order No. P.U. (A) 300/2026, the Income Tax (Transfer Pricing) (Amendment) Rules 2026, in the Official Gazette on 27 August 2026, officially updating Malaysia's regulatory framework regarding transactions
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Cambodia clarifies VAT exemption for dental services
Cambodia’s General Department of Taxation (GDT) has clarified the scope of dental services that are non-taxable for VAT purposes, covering examinations, dental and gum treatments, surgery, restorative procedures, orthodontics and certain cosmetic
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Romania raises diesel excise duty reduction to 25% amid fuel price surge
Romania’s Ministry of Finance announced on 31 August 2026 that it has increased the temporary excise duty reduction on standard diesel to 25% for the first half of September 2026, up from the 20% reduction applied in August. The adjustment
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Belgium: MoF phases out marriage quotient under new spousal income transfer regime
Belgium’s Ministry of Finance has published Circular No. 2026/C/79, dated 26 August 2026, guiding the phase-out of the spousal income transfer regime introduced by the law of 15 July 2026. Circular 2026/C/79 provides detailed guidance on the
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Slovak Republic clarifies e-invoicing, Peppol and VAT coding rules ahead of 2027 mandate in updated FAQ
The Slovak Republic’s Financial Directorate updated its eFaktúra FAQ in August 2026, providing businesses and service providers with practical clarifications on the domestic e-invoicing requirements. The update also adds guidance on Peppol VAT
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Australia: ATO permanently extends AUD 20,000 instant asset write-off for small businesses
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has updated its guidance on the permanent AUD 20,000 instant asset write-off for small businesses with annual turnover below AUD 10 million. The measure, previously due to end in June 2026, has been permanently
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