Tax authorities more open to audit negotiation

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Tax authorities more open to audit negotiation

Mattias Cruz Cano
June 24 2020
[1:18 PM] Cruz, Mattias (UK) The need for revenue is encouraging tax authorities to negotiate effectively

Some cash-strapped tax administrations are choosing to close audits and settle disputes instead of pursuing court battles, suggesting that collaboration will trump confrontation post-pandemic.

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