Singapore: IRAS updates guidance on completing GST form F5
The update provides detailed, box-by-box guidance for filling out Form GST F5, the standard form used for reporting GST. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has released revised instructions for completing GST returns. The update
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Australia: ATO consults Pillar Two filing exemptions for nil top-up tax cases
The deadline for submitting feedback is 24 September 2025. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has initiated a public consultation on a draft legislative instrument on 28 August 2025, aimed at easing compliance for multinational enterprise
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New Zealand introduces 2025–26 tax changes on foreign income, GST, electricity sales
New Zealand introduces 2025–26 tax updates, including foreign investment income, GST, employee share schemes, and new exemptions. New Zealand Inland Revenue announced the introduction of the bill Taxation (Annual Rates for 2025–26, Compliance
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Singapore: IRAS updates procedure for GST registration cancellation
The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has revised its guidance regarding the cancellation of GST registration on 22 August 2025. GST registration must be cancelled within 30 days in the following situations: Taxable supplies have
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Greece: Parliament considers ratification of bill to renew tax treaty with UAE
The Greek Parliament is reviewing a draft bill, submitted on 26 August 2025, to ratify the exchange of notes with the UAE concerning the renewed application of the countries’ bilateral tax treaty. The agreement, formalised through an exchange
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Australia gazettes Taxation (Multinational-Global, Domestic Minimum Tax, Qualified Globe Taxes) Determination 2025 legislative instrument
The legislative instrument takes effect on 27 August 2025 and remains applicable until 1 April 2035. The Australian Official Gazette has published a legislative instrument “Taxation (Multinational-Global and Domestic Minimum Tax) (Qualified
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China introduces new VAT refund policy from next month
From September 2025, certain VAT taxpayers can apply for refunds of unused tax credits. China's Ministry of Finance and State Administration of Taxation released Announcement No. 7 of 2025 on 22 August 2025, introducing a new VAT refund policy.
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Malaysia: MoF prolongs tax deduction for sustainable investment-linked sukuk until 2027
The special tax deduction extension for Labuan companies applies from the year of assessment (YA) 2024 to YA 2027, as announced in the 2024 budget. Malaysia’s Ministry of Finance has extended the special tax deduction for companies or Labuan
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US: 50% tariffs on Indian imports enters into force
US to impose extra 25% tariffs on Indian imports from 27 August 2025, raising total duties to 50%. The US’ tariffs on Indian imports under Executive Order 14329 is taking effect today, 27 August 2025, starting 12:01 AM EDT. Most Indian
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Kazakhstan finalises new VAT rules for foreign e-commerce
The new rules are scheduled to take effect on 1 January 2026. Under the New Tax Code of Kazakhstan, foreign companies are required to register for VAT under the procedure known as conditional VAT registration if they supply goods or services in
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Bhutan, Vietnam to negotiate for tax treaty
Bhutan and Vietnam held talks from 18–22 August 2025, expressing interest in negotiating an income tax treaty to boost economic cooperation. Officials from Bhutan and Vietnam met during a state visit from 18-22 August 2025, according to a joint
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Australia: Treasurer outlines tax reforms centred on equity, growth, and sustainability
The tax reforms prioritised ensuring fairness and intergenerational equity for workers, incentivising business investment to address economic productivity challenges, and simplifying the system to fund essential services amid societal shifts like
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India defends trade negotiations as US tariffs loom
India’s Foreign Minister says trade talks with the US are continuing, but New Delhi will defend key “redlines” as additional tariffs of up to 50%. India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar stated on 23 August 2025 that trade
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Pakistan issues income tax return notifications for 2025
FBR issues electronic income tax return forms for the 2025 tax year with filing deadlines set for individuals and companies. Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) on 18 August 2025 issued Notification (Income Tax) S.R.O. 1561(I)/2025 and
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Australia: ATO notifies large corporate taxpayers to review tax transparency data before October 2025 report
This month, companies will receive a notification with the tax information proposed for publication. The communication will also outline steps for correcting any errors prior to publication, including the deadline for responses. The Australian
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Barbados seeks tax and investment deals with India
Barbados plans its first income tax treaty and investment protection agreement with India. Barbados has expressed its interest in negotiating an income tax treaty and an investment protection agreement (IPA) with India. The announcement came
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Singapore: IRAS revises GST filing guidance on error corrections and extension requests
IRAS updates GST filing guidance, outlining error corrections, refund claims, and deadlines for extensions. Singapore’s tax authority (IRAS) released revised instructions regarding the correction of errors in Goods and Services Tax (GST)
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Pakistan: FBR introduces withholding tax on domestic digital sales
The FBR introduced a 1–2% withholding tax on domestic digital sales via online marketplaces. Pakistan’s Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) issued Notification (Sales Tax) S.R.O. 1429(I)/2025 on 4 August 2025, establishing a new Chapter XIV-E in
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