US: Government shutdown ends, IRS to be fully operational
The US House of Representatives passed H.R. 5371 on 10 November 2025, to fund the federal government through 30 January 2026, ending the longest government shutdown in history and allowing furloughed IRS employees, as of 8 October 2025, to return to
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Liberia: Government announces 2026 draft budget, introduces presumptive corporate income tax
Liberia’s Ministry of Finance and Development Planning delivered the draft national budget for 2026, on 11 November 2025, focusing on fostering an inclusive economy, safeguarding stability, and delivering real, tangible improvements for its
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Sri Lanka: MoF unveils 2026 budget, proposes lower VAT and capital allowance thresholds
Sri Lanka’s Minister of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development presented the Budget Speech for 2026 on 7 November 2025, outlining significant tax policy changes—including the alignment of VAT and social security contribution levies across
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The Sri Lankan Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has released a "NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS", issuing a gentle reminder to all taxpayers that crucial deadlines for submitting the income tax return and remitting income tax payment and withholding tax payments
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Lithuania: Two-thirds of cash registers reports to VMI
Lithuania’s State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) stated on 10 November 2025 that around 75% of cash registers are now transmitting revenue data to i.EKA. Out of 19,000 small business operators, about 15,000 are submitting data, while 13,000 have yet to
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UK: HMRC updates guidance on crypto reporting ahead of 2026 rules
The UK tax authority, His Majesty's Revenue & Customs (HMRC), has revised its guidance on the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) on 5 November 2025 within the International Exchange of Information Manual, starting at IEIM800001. From 1
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Taiwan: MoF clarifies inheritance tax rules for farmland in self-benefit trusts
Taiwan’s Southern District National Taxation Bureau of the Ministry of Finance stated that if the settlor of a self-benefit trust transfers agricultural land into a trust during their lifetime, the property left upon their death is the right to
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Finland: MoF reports IMF approves its new fiscal framework
Finland’s Ministry of Finance announced that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) published its statement on the Finnish economy on 10 November 2025. The report praises Finland’s new national fiscal framework. According to the IMF, the
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New Zealand: Government updates film rebate to attract global productions
The New Zealand Government has announced on 7 November 2025 targeted updates to the International Screen Production Rebate to strengthen the country’s appeal for international film, television, and streaming productions, Economic Growth Minister
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Australia: ATO clarifies hybrid mismatch rules, updates guidance reflecting adoption of Pillar 2 framework
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has revised its guidance on the Hybrid Mismatch rules, clarifying how the provisions operate and when they are triggered on 4 November 2025. The key updates relate to Australia’s adoption of the Pillar Two
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South Africa: SARB updates rules for income transfers under exchange control
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) issued Exchange Control Circular 15/2025 on 22 October 2025, revising provisions in the Currency and Exchanges Manual for Authorised Dealers. The amendments focused on income transfers and tax compliance,
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ATAF releases Suggested Approach to Drafting Significant Economic Presence Legislation
The African Tax Administration Forum (ATAF) has published its Suggested Approach to Drafting Significant Economic Presence Legislation, which was made publicly available on 1 November 2025. Suggested Approach to Drafting Significant Economic
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Luxembourg: Government approves key economic, infrastructure reforms
Luxembourg’s Government Council met on 31 October 2025 under Prime Minister Luc Frieden, approving a series of measures to modernise economic activity zones, transport infrastructure, and public sector regulations. Ministers agreed on
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Greece: AADE unveils new EU multi-annual tax plan
Greece’s Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) unveiled a new Multi-Annual Plan (MAP) for EU tax administrations on 6 November 2025. The plan focuses on three main pillars: Digital Transformation: Leveraging technological tools,
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Canada: Ontario unveils 2025 tax measures, maintains unchanged corporate tax rates
Ontario's Finance Minister released the 2025 Fall Economic Statement, also known as the “2025 Ontario Economic Outlook and Fiscal Review,” on 6 November 2025. It maintains corporate tax and personal income tax unchanged while introducing several
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Azerbaijan prepares major tax code reform: Shifts towards transparent, investment-friendly model
Azerbaijan’s State Tax Service (STS) under the Ministry of Economy has unveiled a comprehensive package of amendments to the Tax Code, marking the next stage of the country’s fiscal reform agenda. Speaking at the Milli Majlis Committee on
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OECD reports Economic diversification key to boosting growth in Latin America, Caribbean states
The OECD issued a report titled, Latin American Economic Outlook 2025: Promoting and Financing Production Transformation on 7 November 2025, stating that Latin America and the Caribbean have strong potential in renewable energy and digital
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Turkey: Revenue Administration issues tax guide for associations, foundations
The Turkish Revenue Administration has published a comprehensive guide on 5 November 2025, explaining the tax obligations, exemptions, and reporting requirements for associations and foundations. The guide clarifies how non-profit entities are
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