US: Treasury releases list of boycott-participating countries with no changes
The U.S. Treasury released a list of countries on 10 June 2025 that may require participation in an international boycott. These countries include Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Yemen. The US Treasury issued a
See MoreUK: HM Treasury updates carried interest tax policy ahead of 2026 changes
The UK’s HM Treasury released its Government Response and Policy Update on 5 June 2025, addressing the tax treatment of carried interest following a consultation. The UK’s HM Treasury published its Government Response and Policy Update
See MoreSingapore: IRAS issues advance ruling on taxation of IP transfers
IRAS has ruled that payments received by a Singapore company for transferring Improvement IP to a related party are non-taxable capital receipts as part of a group restructuring. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has released
See MoreUS: CRS publishes report on enforcing remedies for unfair foreign tax practices
The US House of Representatives passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on 22 May 2025, now with the Senate. A key tax measure includes adding section 899, "Enforcement of Remedies Against Unfair Foreign Taxes," to the Code. The US Congressional
See MoreJ5 Australia, Canada, Netherlands, UK, and US publish report on fintech use in tax evasion and money laundering
The J5 group—Australia, Canada, Netherlands, UK, and US—has released a report examining how fintech is used to facilitate tax evasion and money laundering. The Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement (J5) released three reports today –
See MoreVietnam launches new tax rules for e-commerce and digital platform sellers
Starting 1 July 2025, Vietnam requires e-commerce platforms to withhold and pay taxes on behalf of sellers. The Vietnamese Government issued Decree No. 117/2025/ND-CP on 9 June 2025, introducing new regulations to manage tax obligations for
See MoreEcuador: SRI issues new special taxpayer list with stricter rules
Ecuador's SRI updates special taxpayer list with stricter e-invoicing rules effective June 1 under new resolution. The Ecuadorian Tax Administration (SRI) has issued an update to its list of special taxpayers. This update was made under
See MoreRussia: Central bank cuts key rate by 100 bps to 20% p.a.
Russia’s central bank cut the key rate by 100 bps to 20% on 6 June 2025, maintaining tight policy to control inflation. The Bank of Russia Board of Directors decided to cut the key rate by 100 basis points to 20.00% per annum on 6 June 2025.
See MoreSouth Africa: SARS updates average exchange rates 2025
SARS has published updated average exchange rates for key foreign currencies to assist taxpayers with 2025 income and expenditure conversions. The South African Revenue Services (SARS) released updated Average Exchange Rates on 3 June 2025,
See MoreItaly: Council of Ministers approves amendments to tax reform
Italy approved a new Legislative Decree on June 4, 2025, updating tax compliance, litigation, penalties, and the 2-year preventive composition procedure (CPB). Italy’s Council of Ministers has approved a Legislative Decree on 4 June 2025, which
See MoreDominican Republic sets e-invoicing deadline for small and unclassified taxpayers
The Dominican Republic requires all taxpayers, including micro and small businesses, to adopt electronic invoicing by 15 May 2026. The Dominican Republic’s General Directorate of Internal Taxes (DGII) issued Notice 14-25 on 4 June
See MoreIndia: Government approves scheme to boost domestic EV production
India launches a scheme to boost EV manufacturing, attracting global investments with reduced import duties and a minimum INR 4,150 crore commitment. India’s government has approved a forward-looking scheme to promote the domestic manufacture
See MoreDenmark: Parliament approves green depreciation in tax reform
Denmark raises depreciation rate for eco-friendly investments to 108% for 2025–2026. Denmark's parliament passed Bill L 195 on 3 June 2025, modifying the Depreciation Act to reflect the government's earlier decision to boost tax deductions for
See MoreGermany unveils tax boost package to revive investment and growth
Germany unveils tax reform package with super deductions and lower corporate tax to boost investment and competitiveness. The Federal Cabinet adopted the draft law for a tax-based immediate investment program to strengthen Germany as a business
See MoreBolivia becomes 172 member of Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes
Bolivia becomes the 172nd member of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes. The OECD announced on 4 June 2025 that Bolivia has joined the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax
See MoreAustralia: ATO issues updated monthly FX rates for 2024–25, including April and May 2025
The ATO updated its guidance on monthly exchange rates for the 2024-2025 financial year, including rates for April and May 2025, on 5 June 2025. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) updated its guidance on monthly exchange rates from 1 July 2024
See MoreOECD report highlights tax transparency progress in Latin America
The OECD has published the "Tax Transparency in Latin America 2025" report, showcasing progress in regional efforts to enhance tax transparency and combat tax evasion and illicit financial flows in Latin America. The OECD has announced the
See MoreNew Zealand lowers interest rates on tax underpayments and overpayments
New Zealand Inland Revenue updated the UOMI Rates on 28 May 2025. Underpayment rates drop to 9.89% (from 10.88%), and overpayment rates decrease to 3.27% (from 4.30%). The New Zealand Inland Revenue has published the revised Taxation (Use of
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