The Government of the State of Qatar and the Government of Japan have agreed in principle on the Agreement between the Government of the State of Qatar and the Government of Japan for the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with respect to Taxes on Income.
The draft Agreement aims to clarify the taxation on cross-border investment and economic activities between the two countries and to adjust international double taxation and is expected to promote further mutual investment and economic exchange. Moreover, the draft Agreement provides for the effective exchange of information regarding tax matters between the tax authorities in accordance with the international standards and is expected to contribute to the prevention of international tax evasion and tax avoidance.