Denmark updates arbitration position profile for MLI
On 7 September 2023, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) issued an updated arbitration position profile for Denmark within the context of Part VI of the Multilateral Convention for the Implementation of Measures to
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Germany: Government releases revised draft bill on corporate tax reform
On 30 August 2023, the German government released a revised version of the Growth Opportunities Act, originally proposed by the German Ministry of Finance in mid-July. This release marks the commencement of the formal legislative procedure with
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Malta: CFR updates guidelines on the reporting obligations of DAC7
On 31 August 2023, the Maltese Commissioner for Revenue (CFR) updated guidelines in relation to the reporting obligations of Digital Platform Operators (DAC7). The DAC7 requirements come into effect on 1 January 2023 into Maltese domestic law. The
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Czech Republic releases draft Global Minimum Tax Act
On 30 August 2023, the Czech Ministry of Finance has released a statement regarding the introduction of a draft law to implement the Pillar 2 global minimum tax rule, in accordance with Council Directive (EU) 2022/2523 of 14 December 2022. Key
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Luxembourg implements public CbC reporting
On 22 August 2023, Luxembourg published Law of 15 August 2023 in the Official Gazette implementing public Country-by-Country (CbC) reporting in compliance with Directive (EU) 2021/2101. The Law conforms to the directive and sets the public
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Ireland: Revenue increases mineral oil tax rates
On 24 August 2023, the Irish Revenue issued eBrief No. 187/23 on Mineral Oil Tax (MOT) rate changes. Accordingly, the Tax and Duty Manual (TDM) on Excise Duty Rates on Energy Products and Electricity has been updated to reflect increases in MOT
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Portugal implements CbC reporting requirements
On 23 August 2023, the Portuguese government published Decree-Law No. 73/2023 in the Official Gazette, which establishes the requirements for public country-by-country (CbC) reporting by multinational enterprises (MNEs). The new rules on public
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Greece: AADE announces decision remain unchanged interest rates for late and undue tax payment
On 9 August 2023, the Greek Public Revenue Authority (AADE) issued Decision A.1121 of 3 August 2023. Greece has opted to keep the existing interest rates for late tax payments and the refund of improperly paid taxes intact, despite an upward
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Ireland: Revenue issued new guidance on R&D tax credit
On 21 August 2023, the Irish Revenue issued eBrief No. 185/23 on research and development (R&D) corporation tax credit. Accordingly, Revenue released a new Tax and Duty Manual (TDM) Part 29-02-03A. This manual provides information about how to
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Germany: Government approves draft law to implement EU Pillar 2 directive
On 16 August 2023, the German government approved a proposed bill concerning the adoption of Council Directive (EU) 2022/2523, which aims to establish a universal minimum taxation standard for multinational enterprise (MNE) groups and sizeable
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Finland: MoF launches public consultation on draft bill to implement GloBe rules
On 15 August 2023, the Finnish Ministry of Finance initiated a consultation regarding Draft Bill No. VM036:00/2023, which aims to implement the Pillar 2 global minimum tax in alignment with Council Directive (EU) 2022/2523. This bill includes the
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Russia: CBR announce decision to increase the key interest rate
On 15 August 2023, the Central Bank of Russia (CBR) declared a significant increase in the key interest rate, raising it by 350 basis points from 8.5% to 12.00% annually. This decision was made to address the growing concerns related to price
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France updates list of exempted countries for CbC report local filing requirements
On 13 August 2023, Government published the Decree which amends the Order 6 July 2017 pursuant to II of Article 223 quinquies C of the General Tax Code. The new Decree updates the the list of country exemption from local filing Country-by-Country
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Albania: Council of Minister accepts draft bill on tax measures in science-technology parks
The Albanian Council of Ministers approved a set of Decisions, including DCM no. 337 from 31 May 2023, and DCM nos. 416, 417, and 148 from July 7, 2023. These decisions, which have immediate effect upon publication in the official gazette, are aimed
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Netherlands: House of Representatives adopts legislation for public CbC Reporting
On 6 July 2023, the Dutch House of Representatives passed legislation aimed at implementing the Public Country-by-Country (CbC) Reporting Directive. This move highlights the Netherlands' commitment to transparency and aligns with international
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Bulgaria officially approves budget Act 2023
Bulgaria has passed the amendments to the draft Budget Act 2023, which aim to protect wages and social security benefits. The government plans to reduce spending to combat inflation and strengthen the economy, but will not raise taxes. The key tax
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Germany: BMF publishes draft guidance on CFC legislation
On 20 July 2023, the Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) issued draft guidance concerning the implementation of the Foreign Transactions Tax Act (FTTA), specifically addressing the taxation aspects related to controlled foreign corporations (CFCs).
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Luxembourg: Government submits draft bill on global minimum tax to the Parliament
On 4 August 2023, the Luxembourg government submitted draft bill no 8292 to the Parliament. The bill aims to incorporate the OECD Pillar Two global minimum tax rules in line with EU Council Directive 2022/2523 of 14 December 2022. These rules
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