Latvia has approved a draft law to implement DAC8, introducing new reporting and due diligence rules for crypto-asset service providers. Most rules will take effect on 1 January 2026.  Latvia’s government has approved a draft law to implement

Russia has approved a new tax treaty with the UAE to enhance tax cooperation and replace the limited 2011 agreement.  Russia’s government has approved a draft law to ratify a new income and capital tax treaty with the UAE on 29 May

Latvia delays mandatory B2B e-invoicing to 1 January 2027.  Latvia's Ministry of Smart Administration and Regional Development has proposed postponing the mandatory implementation of B2B e-invoicing for all registered businesses to 1 January

The proposed extension will continue the rate until 31 December 2030. The Russian Government announced plans to extend the 0% VAT rate on temporary accommodation services in hotels and other lodging facilities on 22 May 2025. The proposed

China and Russia signed an investment protection agreement (IPA) in Moscow on 8 May 2025. Investment Promotion Agreements (IPAs) are designed to protect investors by requiring national governments to minimize risks such as currency controls,

Russia, on 25 April 2025, temporarily suspended penalties for late VAT return submissions in 2025 for businesses using the simplified tax regime who, from 2025, are required to calculate and pay VAT. Taxpayers using the simplified taxation system