Cameroon releases 2026 Finance Law, includes new rules for digital giants, green levies
Cameroon’s Ministry of Finance issued a circular on the execution of the 2026 Finance Law, providing guidance on its implementation and outlining the key tax measures introduced for the year. The circular outlines the mandatory instructions for
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China issues new guidance on VAT deductions
China’s Ministry of Finance and State Taxation Administration has issued Announcement No. 13 of 2026 on 30 January 2026, clarifying rules on the deduction of input value-added tax (VAT). Effective 1 January 2026, the guidance overrides previous
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Netherlands: Government coalition outlines 2026–2030 budgetary and tax changes, introduces new business contribution
The Dutch government’s incoming coalition released its agreement for the 2026–2030 term on 30 January 2026, along with an appendix outlining planned budgetary and tax changes. The proposals outline several notable shifts affecting businesses,
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Italy approves annual, basic VAT return forms for 2025 tax year
The Italian Revenue Agency approved the Annual VAT Return Form to be used for filings in 2026, covering the 2025 tax year. Alongside the standard form, a simplified “Basic Annual VAT Return Form” has also been introduced for taxpayers who
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China clarifies VAT taxable sales calculation scope for specific transactions
China’s Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the State Taxation Administration (STA) have issued Announcement No. 12 of 2026 on 30 January 2026, providing detailed clarification on how taxable sales amounts should be calculated for value-added tax (VAT)
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Bahrain: NBR issues revised VAT real estate guidance
Bahrain’s National Bureau for Revenue (NBR) issued Version 1.6 of its VAT Real Estate Guide on 29 January 2026. The publication outlines the VAT framework for the real estate sector in Bahrain, and the key change in this update is the addition of
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Bahrain: NBR Updates VAT general guide
Bahrain’s National Bureau for Revenue (NBR) released an updated VAT General Guide on 28 January 2026. The guide outlines the main principles of value-added tax (VAT) in the Kingdom and offers practical guidance for businesses and taxpayers. The
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Denmark to cut VAT on food or exempt fruit, vegetables from 2028
The Danish government has agreed on a framework to reduce living costs, including food prices, by allocating DKK 6 billion annually from 2028. The funds will be used either to lower VAT on all food products or to provide a VAT exemption for fruit
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China introduces 2026 VAT reforms to support SMEs, agriculture
China’s Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration have jointly released Announcement No. 10 of 2026 on 30 January 2026, introducing a comprehensive framework to ensure a "smooth transition" following the implementation of the
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China updates VAT, consumption tax policies for export businesses
The Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration have officially released Announcement No. 11 on 30 January 2026, providing a definitive roadmap for export tax policies under the nation’s newly implemented Value-Added Tax (VAT)
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India: 2026 budget proposes relaxed tax rules for multinationals, reforms safe harbour regime
India's Minister of Finance, Nirmala Sitharaman, delivered the Union Budget for 2026-27 on 1 February 2026. The proposals aim to relax tax rules for multinational companies, which are expected to bring greater certainty to cross-border transactions.
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Malta: Tax and Customs Administration clarifies VAT for taxi operators using ride-hailing platforms
The Malta Tax and Customs Administration has issued an explanatory note on 26 January 2026, outlining the Value Added Tax (VAT) obligations for taxi operators using online ride-hailing platforms. The explanatory note clarifies VAT treatment for
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Belarus announces corporate tax reforms for 2026
The Belarus Ministry of Taxes and Duties has announced a wide-ranging package of tax measures affecting companies from 1 January 2026, reshaping corporate taxation, sector-specific rates, and compliance requirements. The changes span corporate
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Spain repeals VAT, PIT, corporate tax measures
Spain’s Official State Gazette (BOE) published the Congressional Resolution of 27 January 2026 on 28 January 2026, formally announcing that Royal Decree-law 16/2025 – which was introduced to support socially vulnerable groups and implement
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Vietnam amends VAT law, eases compliance for small businesses
Vietnam passed Law No. 149/2025/QH15 on 11 December 2026, amending the Value-Added Tax Law No. 48/2024/QH15. The law was approved by the National Assembly in December 2025 and takes effect from 1 January 2026. The amendments remove the
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Chile: SII introduces VAT withholding system for non-resident sellers, digital platforms
Chile’s tax administration (SII) has published Resolution Ex. SII No. 05-2026 of 14 January 2026 on its website, outlining the tax administration’s VAT withholding system for non-resident sellers and digital platforms that have not registered
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Venezuela extends fuel tax exemptions until January 2027
Venezuela has extended a temporary exemption from VAT, customs duty, and other taxes on hydrocarbon fuels under Decree No. 5.207, published in Official Gazette No. 43.292 on 9 January 2026. The decree maintains the tax relief for the definitive
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Algeria: 2026 Finance Law revises tax rules for non-residents and PEs, adds green incentives
Algeria's Ministry of Finance has gazetted the Finance Law for 2026 on 31 December 2025. The Finance Law for 2026 sets out the national budget, defining projected revenues, spending limits, and the overall financial framework for state
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