On 4 September 2024, Norway and Qatar signed an amending protocol to the 2009 Norway—Qatar Income Tax Treaty. This tax treaty aims to prevent double taxation and avoid fiscal evasion regarding taxes on income between the two countries. The protocol will take effect once the ratification instruments are exchanged.
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