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Taxation on e-commerce: International implementation

The international adoption of tax on digital services has made for differing legislations across jurisdictions, but a common trend is the move from supplier-based to destination-based taxation.

Amelia Schwanke, March 01 2016

India Budget 2016: CbCR, patent box regime and dispute resolution

Indian Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has announced a string of new taxation measures in the India Union Budget for 2016-2017 re-affirming his commitment to foster a friendly environment for foreign businesses.

Joelle Jefferis, February 29 2016

How prepared are taxpayers and tax authorities in GCC countries for VAT?

Oman’s finance minister, Darwish bin Ismail Al-Balushi, appears to have confirmed that VAT in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region will be introduced in 2018, at a likely rate of 5%.

Joe Stanley-Smith, February 29 2016

South Africa proposes tax hikes in Budget

The 2016-2017 South African Budget, announced by minister of finance Pravin Gordhan on February 24, proposes tax hikes and government spending cuts to counter recent downgrades to the nation’s credit rating.

Amelia Schwanke, February 26 2016

Brazil establishes new tax treatment for chocolate, ice cream, tobacco and cigarettes

Since the beginning of 2016, the Brazilian Federal Government has rushed to raise its tax collection by increasing the excise tax (IPI) burden on chocolate, ice cream, tobacco and cigarettes.

February 26 2016

Australian Treasury appoints Minter Ellison partner as Board of Taxation CEO

Treasury says appointment reflects Board's growing importance in development of long-term tax policy in Australia.

Ralph Cunningham, February 26 2016

New leadership board at HMRC

Edward Troup has been announced as the new executive chairman and first permanent secretary of HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC).

Amelia Schwanke, February 25 2016

India Budget 2016: Expectations for a tax-friendly India

The 2016-2017 Indian Budget will be released on Monday 29 February. TPWeek previews what can be expected, and analyses taxpayers’ hopes for how the government can reinforce its tax-friendly message to multinationals.

Joelle Jefferis, February 25 2016

Budget presents Jaitley and Indian government with big opportunity

Dhruva Tax Advisors and International Tax Review will present an analysis of the Indian Budget shortly after it is announced on Monday.

Ralph Cunningham, February 25 2016

Indian Budget - what tax changes can multinational companies expect?

Taxpayers, tax advisers and politicos alike are eagerly awaiting India’s 2016 Budget, which will be released on Monday [February 29]. Will BEPS be covered, and which Action Points will feature? Will there be an update on GST? What other indirect tax changes might there be?

Joe Stanley-Smith, February 25 2016

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