BEPS: A new approach for taxing multinationals is needed

The OECD’s work on base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS) is in the spotlight of worldwide taxation. Based on the Action Plan from last July and on two other reports – one published in March 2012 entitled Hybrid Mismatch Arrangements: Tax Policy and Compliance Issues and the other in February 2013 entitled Addressing Base Erosion and Profit Shifting – the OECD is clearly emphasising the need for action on this issue.