Australia: PM expects 10% US tariff to remain
Australia will continue to face 10% US export tariffs but will continue negotiating for an exemption. Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said, on 4 July 2025, that the country is likely to remain subject to a 10% tariff on all exports
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Japan issues FAQs on foreign SSA application amid non-adoption
Japan’s NTA clarifies tax treatment for foreign SSA adoption, reaffirming the use of existing transfer pricing rules. Japan’s National Tax Agency (NTA) issued FAQs addressing the Simplified and Streamlined Approach (SSA) on 30 June 2025, also
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Vietnam extends VAT reduction until 2026
The National Assembly has extended the 2% VAT cut for eligible goods and services from 1 July 2025 to 31 December 2026. Vietnam’s National Assembly passed Resolution No. 204/2025/QH15 on 17 June 2025, extending the reduced VAT rate of 8% (down
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Hong Kong, Morocco end first round of tax treaty talks
Negotiations for the tax treaty began on 23 June 2025 and ended on 27 June 2025. Hong Kong and Morocco concluded the first round of negotiations of their first-ever income tax treaty on 27 May 2025. Negotiations for the tax treaty began on 23
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China grants tax credit for reinvested dividends by foreign investors
A new corporate income tax credit for foreign investors reinvesting dividends from Chinese companies, retroactive from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2028, offers a 10% credit to offset current-year tax payable. China's State Administration of
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US to impose 20% tariff on Vietnamese exports
The US will impose a 20% tariff on many Vietnamese exports, with trans-shipped goods facing 40%. President Donald Trump announced on 2 July 2025 that the US will apply a 20% tariff on many Vietnamese exports instead of the previously proposed
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Uzbekistan to refund 50% VAT to livestock and poultry farmers
Uzbekistan is offering a 50% VAT refund to livestock and poultry farms from April 2025 to January 2028 under Cabinet Resolution No. 362, aiming to boost domestic meat, milk, and egg production. Uzbekistan is implementing a 50% VAT refund for
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Malaysia exempts imported fruits from sales and service tax
Malaysia exempts imported apples, oranges, mandarin oranges, and dates from sales tax as part of revised sales and service tax changes aimed at easing living costs and supporting small businesses. Malaysia's Ministry of Finance revised the Sales
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Singapore: IRAS issues 8th edition e-tax guide on income tax treatment of REIT ETFs
 IRAS’s eighth edition of its e-tax guide outlines the income tax treatment of REIT ETFs receiving distributions from S-REITs and qualifying for tax concession schemes. Singapore’s Inland Revenue Authority (IRAS) released the eighth edition
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Malaysia ratifies income tax treaty with Maldives
Malaysia and the Maldives signed the income tax treaty on 24 May 2023. Â Malaysia has ratified the Malaysia-Maldives Income Tax Treaty (2023) through the Double Taxation Relief (The Government of the Republic of Maldives) Order 2025, published
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New Zealand consults on draft 2025 long-term insights briefing
New Zealand Inland Revenue is seeking public feedback on its draft 2025 Long-Term Insights Briefing, which explores the impact of fiscal pressures on the tax system and options to strengthen fiscal resilience. New Zealand Inland Revenue has
See MoreHong Kong, Norway conclude income tax treaty talks
Hong Kong and Norway agreed to accelerate the signing of an income tax treaty. The Hong Kong government announced on 13 June 2025 that Hong Kong and Norway have reaffirmed their commitment to expediting the signing of an income tax
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Pakistan: National Assembly approves 2025–26 budget
Pakistan’s National Assembly has passed the 2025–26 federal budget, introducing key tax reforms, increased allocations for defence and development, and relief measures aimed at boosting economic growth and controlling inflation. Pakistan’s
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India, Oman tax treaty protocol enters into force
India and Oman have implemented the first amending protocol to their 1997 tax treaty, introducing BEPS-aligned measures, reduced withholding tax rates, and updated provisions on residency, non-discrimination, and information exchange. The
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Taiwan imposes temporary anti-dumping duties on Chinese beer and steel
Taiwan will impose four-month anti-dumping duties on Chinese beer and hot-rolled steel to protect its domestic industry. Taiwan’s Ministry of Finance will impose anti-dumping duties on Chinese-origin beer and hot-rolled steel for four months
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Vietnam: National Assembly approves resolution to establish international financial centres (IFCs) in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang City
Vietnam will establish international financial centres in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang from 1 September 2025, offering tax incentives, land benefits, and flexible dispute resolution to attract global investment. Vietnam’s National Assembly
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Singapore: Customs mandates accurate origin declarations in permit applications
Singapore Customs mandates accurate declaration of "Country/Region of Origin" in permit applications, detailing origin criteria under trade agreements and non-preferential rules, with penalties for non-compliance. Singapore Customs issued
See MoreSingapore: IRAS updates guidance on GST registration based on prospective view
IRAS updates GST registration rules, introducing a two-month grace period for businesses forecasting turnover above SGD 1 million from July 2025. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) has updated its Goods and Services Tax (GST)
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