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Rasha Abdel Aal, head of the Egyptian Tax Authority, announced a second package of 26 tax facilitation measures focused on supporting compliant taxpayers through faster VAT refunds and simplified procedures. She spoke at a conference with the Austrian Chamber of Commerce, emphasizing partnerships with civil society. The package aims to boost voluntary compliance and build trust.

1 февраля 2026 Сообщено ИИ

The Union Budget 2026 has modified the tax exemptions available on Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs). Previously, individual investors were exempt from capital gains tax if they held the bonds until maturity. Now, this benefit is restricted to specific situations.

Amid economic growth and regional agreements, experts argue that the Philippine travel tax is an anachronistic burden that should be phased out. Rooted in history from the 1950s, this levy no longer fits the current era. Its revenues are not effectively used for tourism, sparking frustration among Filipinos.

23 января 2026 Сообщено ИИ

The National Association of Electricity Generators (Andeg) warned that Decree 0044 of 2026 from the Ministry of Finance jeopardizes the financial stability of the energy sector by imposing a 2.5% parafiscal contribution and a 12% energy contribution. The guild, led by Alejandro Castañeda, labels the measure as confiscatory and legally flawed, requesting review by the Constitutional Court. The decree aims to fund interventions in companies like Air-e, which has been under intervention for over 17 months.

Налоговые органы Эфиопии ввели чеки с QR-кодами для модернизации администрации и борьбы с уклонением от налогов, стремясь к большей прозрачности и цифровой выдаче документов. Однако развертывание создало серьезные узкие места, парализовавшие бизнес-операции и подорвавшие доверие к системе. Торговцы устремляются в типографии Аддис-Абебы для соблюдения требований.

20 января 2026 Сообщено ИИ

In a follow-up to earlier announcements on Egypt's second tax facilitations package, Rasha Abdel Aal, head of the Egyptian Tax Authority, launched a new consultation platform at an American Chamber of Commerce conference, enabling businesses to provide input on tax policies during ongoing societal dialogues.