Greece: Finance Minister unveils draft law to strengthen capital market and attract investments
The Greece Minister of National Economy and Finance, Kostis Hatzidakis, presented the draft law for the Strengthening of the Capital Market, which was recently approved by the Cabinet. This announcement was made by Greece National Economy and
See MoreIndia: CBDT releases details on Income Tax Bill 2025
India's Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has released details about the Income Tax Bill 2025 , which was presented in parliament on 13 February 2025. Earlier, the Indian Union Cabinet approved the Income Tax Bill 2025, which will supersede
See MoreVietnam: National Assembly approves extension of environmental protection tax cut on petrol, oil and lubricants
The Standing Committee of Vietnam's National Assembly approved an extension of the environmental protection tax reduction on gasoline, oil, and lubricants until 31 December 2025. The decision was made on 11 January 2025, through Resolution
See MoreEuropean Commission unveils 2025 Work Programme
The European Commission unveiled its 2025 work programme on 12 February 2025, where it outlined key priorities aimed at strengthening the EU's competitiveness, security, and economic resilience. The work programme focuses on the flagship
See MoreAustralia: ATO publishes reportable tax position schedule for 2025
Companies are required to complete a reportable tax position schedule if their total business income is AUD 250 million or more, or AUD 25 million or more while part of an economic group with AUD 250 million or more in total income. This applies
See MoreDominican Republic offers tax credit for large taxpayers adopting e-invoicing
The Dominican Republic’s Directorate General of Internal Revenue (DGII) issued Notice 05-25 on 10 February 2025, introducing a tax incentive to support large national taxpayers in adopting e-invoicing during the voluntary implementation
See MoreGreece: PM unveils bill to boost capital market, regulate cryptocurrencies
Greece’s Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a new bill to support the capital market and regulate the growing cryptocurrency sector on 10 January 2025. The proposed legislation focuses on encouraging companies to list on the stock
See MoreTurkey extends deadline for debt restructuring in earthquake-affected regions
Turkey's Ministry of Treasury and Finance has extended the deadline for restructuring public debts under Law No. 7440 to 1 September 2025 for earthquake-affected regions. The first payment is due by 30 September 2025, with subsequent instalments
See MoreSri Lanka: Inland Revenue issues guidelines for obtaining tax residency certificates
The Sri Lanka Inland Revenue has issued a notice outlining the steps taxpayers must follow to obtain tax residency certificates. This notice was published by Sri Lanka Inland Revenue on 29 January 2025. INLAND REVENUE DEPARTMENT NOTICE TO
See MoreSingapore: IRAS urges employers to meet AIS deadline for accurate tax filing
The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has published a statement outlining the advantages of pre-filled tax returns for employees, along with the associated compliance responsibilities for employers. This announcement was made by the
See MoreSouth Africa: SARS updates urban development zone allowance guide for 2025
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has issued an updated Guide to the Urban Development Zone (UDZ) allowance on 17 January 2025. This incentive, introduced in 2003, aims to drive investment in 16 UDZs across 15 inner cities by offering
See MoreEgypt: ETA mandates e-receipts for taxpayers in new regulation
The Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA) announced a new requirement for taxpayers to issue electronic receipts (e-receipts) for transactions with final consumers on 9 January 2025. E-receipts, or electronic receipts, serve as proof of payment and are
See MoreTaiwan: Ministry of Finance warns of penalties for underreporting income despite no tax due
Taiwan's Ministry of Finance has clarified that enterprises will be penalized for failing to report or underreporting income, even if no tax liability exists. This announcement was made by the Taiwan Ministry of Finance on 2 January
See MoreOECD highlights Kazakhstan’s tax reforms, plans for Pillar Two solution
The OECD has published a case study on tax and development highlighting Kazakhstan’s enhanced ability to combat tax avoidance. The case study showcases Kazakhstan’s notable achievements, emphasizing key milestones such as: Signed and
See MoreOECD releases latest Pillar Two compliance insights
The OECD has released essential guidance on implementing the Pillar 2 GloBE rules on 15 January 2025. Jurisdictions implementing Pillar 2 must calculate an MNE’s tax liability using their local legislation, which may differ from calculations
See MoreTaiwan: MOF clarifies exit restrictions for tax debtors ahead of lunar new year
Taiwan's Ministry of Finance (MOF) has issued a notice on 21 December 2025 clarifying the requirements for the lifting of travel restriction on tax debtors, which include either paying the tax due along with a fine, or furnishing property
See MoreIndia issues guidance on principal purpose test in tax treaties
India's Central Board of Direct Taxes has issued Circular No. 01/2025 on 21 January 2025, clarifying the application of the Principal Purpose Test (PPT) provisions in tax treaties. The Circular confirms that PPT provisions, including those
See MoreLuxembourg issues 2024 exchange rates for foreign currencies
The Luxembourg Administration of Direct Tax has released Circular L.G. - A n° 60bis/10 of 17 January 2025, detailing the reference EUR exchange rates for 30 foreign currencies for 2024. This announcement was made by the Government of Luxemburg
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