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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Increase in electronics tax and declining polls cause turmoil in the Planalto

President Lula's administration is facing internal conflicts and declining approval ratings as it grapples with a new tax on electronics and rising pressure from political opponents.

Feb 27 • 17:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Corruption in the AFA: 'Chiqui' Tapia requested the annulment of his indictment for undue retention of contributions

Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association, has requested the annulment of his indictment related to the undue retention of tax contributions.

Feb 27 • 15:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Tax Office seeks bankruptcy for nicotine pouch company - "it's a misunderstanding"

The Finnish Tax Administration has filed for bankruptcy against Snus Empire Finland, a company specializing in nicotine pouches; however, the CEO claims it is based on a misunderstanding.

Feb 27 • 04:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Trump Administration Considers 'Bed Tax' Strategy to Prevent Tariff Refunds

The Trump administration is exploring legal and administrative tactics to delay or reduce tariff refunds demanded by businesses following a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated certain tariffs.

Feb 26 • 21:28 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Did you sell a property in less than five years? You may have an obligation to file a tax return

In Slovakia, individuals who sell a property within five years are required to file a tax return and pay taxes on the income from the sale.

Feb 26 • 13:34 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

More than 70 vacancies in SRI: merit and opposition competitions will be opened for those residing in these seven provinces

Ecuador's Internal Revenue Service (SRI) will open over 70 job vacancies for various positions within its administration, aimed at residents of seven provinces starting February 27.

Feb 25 • 16:00 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

E24: Petter Stordalen won against the Tax Administration in court – avoids million bill

Petter Stordalen's company Strawberry has won a legal battle against the Norwegian Tax Administration regarding tax deductions dating back to 2015.

Feb 25 • 09:27 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Stordalen Victory in Court

Stordalen's Strawberry was sued by the Tax Administration for tax deductions related to a settlement in 2015 stemming from a dispute with financier Christian Ringnes.

Feb 25 • 09:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The leading group receives the document tomorrow - The Tax Administration reminds about a common pitfall

The Finnish Tax Administration is set to send pre-filled tax declarations to specific groups, highlighting the importance of verifying these documents to avoid common tax pitfalls.

Feb 25 • 05:41 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Problems on the Tax Administration's Websites

The Norwegian Tax Administration is experiencing network issues, affecting users' ability to log in to their services.

Feb 24 • 17:25 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Milleproroghe, trust in the Chamber. Awaiting the summit on the tax decree

The Italian Chamber of Deputies approved the Milleproroghe decree, granting trust with 177 votes in favor and 93 against, which addresses various regulatory deadlines across public administration.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

FedEx sues U.S. government and claims full tax refund

FedEx has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government seeking a full refund of tariffs imposed under the Trump administration, recently annulled by the Supreme Court.

Feb 24 • 00:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall provides digital payment slips for IPTU and garbage tax

The City of Taubaté is offering a digital version of the IPTU and garbage collection tax, with a 10% discount for early payment.

Feb 23 • 21:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] The tax burden rate, which barely rebounded, must be steadily increased

The tax burden rate in South Korea has seen a minor rebound after a decline during the Yoon Suk-yeol administration, but it remains insufficient compared to other countries and fails to meet growing fiscal demands, necessitating the government's formulation of tax policies to elevate this rate.

Feb 23 • 10:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tocantins Governor announces public competition for tax auditor with 200 vacancies

The Governor of Tocantins, Wanderlei Barbosa, has announced a public competition for tax auditors with a total of 200 vacancies, the first in 32 years.

Feb 21 • 14:32 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Ombudsman demands answers: How could the tax authority send an incorrect bill of 100,000 kroner?

The Danish Ombudsman is investigating how homeowners in Gentofte were incorrectly charged over 100,000 kroner in property taxes, seeking answers from the tax administration.

Feb 19 • 18:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The National Assembly of "Takaichi's Strong Leadership" Faces Issues with Consumption Tax Cuts, Active Fiscal Policy is Key to Market Response

The Takaichi administration has launched under a strong majority in the National Assembly, facing challenges regarding consumption tax cuts and fiscal policy directions.

Feb 19 • 02:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

OGIRS trains tax officials

The Ogun State Internal Revenue Service has conducted a training program for tax officials to enhance their capacity and improve revenue administration in response to new tax reforms.

Feb 19 • 00:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

eTranzact supports phased rollout of NRS e-invoicing

eTranzact has expressed its support for the Nigeria Revenue Service's phased implementation of electronic invoicing to enhance tax administration and digital compliance in Nigeria.

Feb 18 • 00:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

How to Get Your Tax Refunds Earlier

The Finnish Tax Administration advises submitting tax information online by February 23, 2025, to expedite processing.

Feb 17 • 07:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NRS begins phased rollout of e-invoicing for businesses

The Nigeria Revenue Service has started the phased implementation of an electronic invoicing system to enhance tax administration and compliance among businesses.

Feb 17 • 00:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Employees have time until Monday to request annual tax settlements

Employees in Czechia have until Monday to file requests for annual tax settlements.

Feb 13 • 10:04 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Raining 'money' at the SAT: Tax revenue grows 11% in January, totaling 595,758 million pesos

Mexico's tax collection reached 595,758 million pesos in January, marking an 11% real growth compared to January 2025, according to the Tax Administration Service (SAT).

Feb 10 • 22:08 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Federal government revenues grow 8.6% in January, reports the SAT

In January 2026, federal government revenues in Mexico reached 649.08 billion pesos, a real increase of 8.6% compared to January 2025, according to the Tax Administration Service (SAT).

Feb 10 • 20:06 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tax Acts: Adeleke promises fair, pro-business reforms in Osun

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has pledged that his administration will implement reforms related to the New Tax Acts to benefit residents and businesses in the state.

Feb 10 • 18:24 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

More Change Tax Deductions in Tax Returns – The Tax Administration Strengthens Controls

The Norwegian Tax Administration is increasing its scrutiny of tax returns that feature changed deductions to ensure accuracy, following a notable rise in such changes among taxpayers.

Feb 10 • 08:24 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Nikkei Average Surpasses Its Highest Value with a Temporary Increase of 1400 Yen Due to High US Stock Prices and Tax Measures

The Nikkei average in the Tokyo stock market experienced a surge, momentarily exceeding 1400 yen and surpassing its previous highest value, attributed to rising US stock prices and expectations surrounding the Takai administration's economic policies.

Feb 10 • 01:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deadline for renegotiating debts with Mogi City Hall is extended

The deadline for renegotiating debts with the Mogi City Hall has been extended to March 31, providing more time for taxpayers to settle their obligations under special conditions.

Feb 8 • 21:07 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

SAT: Here's how you can get up to date with the Service with this program: requirements and how to apply

The Tax Administration Service (SAT) provides taxpayers with a Tax Regularization Program that can reduce fines, surcharges, and execution costs by up to 100 percent, detailing the application process and requirements for nationwide participation.

Feb 6 • 18:58 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tax reform: Separating policy from politics

President Bola Tinubu's administration faces challenges in implementing tax reforms aimed at long-term national stability and economic renewal amidst controversies regarding transparency and integrity.

Feb 4 • 00:13 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

SAT trains vulnerable sectors to prevent money laundering

The Tax Administration Service (SAT) is conducting virtual and in-person meetings with obligated subjects involved in 'vulnerable activities' to train them on compliance with the Federal Law for the Prevention and Identification of Operations with Illicitly Acquired Resources, starting from June 2025.

Feb 3 • 22:14 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

Epstein gained insight into UK tax policy through Peter Mandelson

Recently released court documents from the U.S. indicate that Jeffrey Epstein received real-time insights into UK tax policy discussions and Bank of England strategy through Peter Mandelson, raising serious questions about the intertwining of private networks and public administration.

Feb 3 • 18:35 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Planned Parenthood drops lawsuit challenging Trump administration's Medicaid cuts

Planned Parenthood has voluntarily dropped its lawsuit against the Trump administration's Medicaid payment cuts stemming from a provision in the tax bill.

Feb 3 • 03:23 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

More than two and a half million invoices as part of fiscalization 2.0

From January 1 to 15 this year, over 2.5 million fiscalized e-invoices were issued under fiscalization 2.0, with 226,008 taxpayers exchanging e-invoices, according to the Tax Administration of the Ministry of Finance.

Jan 16 • 18:41 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

End of paper invoices: Mandatory electronic from February 2

Starting February 2, electronic invoices will be mandatory for transactions between businesses, marking the end of paper tax documents to enhance transparency and reduce tax evasion.

Jan 15 • 07:56 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

Officials go to cities without tax offices. They help people fill out tax returns

Officials are visiting cities that lack financial offices to assist residents in completing their tax returns.

Jan 15 • 07:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

PHOTO Did you receive this SMS? Don't open the link by any means, they could take money from your account

A concerned user on Croatian Reddit shared a screenshot of a suspicious SMS claiming to be from the Tax Administration, warning of an unpaid debt and urging immediate payment through a dubious link.

Jan 14 • 18:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Tax Administration: Fiscalization 2.0 operates stably and on a large scale

The Tax Administration reports over 1.6 million e-invoices issued this year, acknowledging some issues but confirming that the Fiscalization 2.0 system is functioning effectively.

Jan 13 • 16:19 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Paying Taxes Made Easy: What Does Efficient Financial Administration Look Like?

The article discusses how an innovative institute is seeking answers on modernizing the financial administration of tax payments, highlighting the challenges faced by taxpayers in navigating recent reforms like the property tax.

Jan 13 • 06:19 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
National & Local

Trump administration tells states to end 'orphan tax' on foster kids

The Trump administration has instructed states to eliminate the practice of taking Social Security benefits from children in foster care, referred to as the 'orphan tax.'

Jan 12 • 21:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I spotted a post on Facebook now I save myself a whole week of work a year

Business owner Helene Fleming claims that by switching to digital tax, she saves an estimated 40 hours annually on financial administration.

Jan 12 • 19:41 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Today is the last chance to register for the flat-rate tax, the next opportunity will be in a year

Monday marks the final day for entrepreneurs to register for the flat-rate tax system, change tax bands, or exit from it, with the next opportunity available only next year.

Jan 12 • 07:17 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
World

Fight against tax evasion: exception for the USA in global minimum tax agreed

Amid pressure from the Trump administration, approximately 145 countries have agreed to amend the global minimum tax agreement of 2021, allowing exceptions for the United States.

Jan 6 • 10:03 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

The OECD approves a global minimum tax for multinationals, except for Americans

The OECD has approved a global minimum tax for multinationals, excluding American companies, amidst past renegotiations with the US government under Donald Trump's administration.

Jan 5 • 19:59 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Tax Administration: The system operates stably, there is no basis for postponing the sending of e-invoices

The Tax Administration has confirmed that their fiscalization system is stable and there is no reason to delay the submission of e-invoices until January 7, refuting media claims of system instability.

Jan 3 • 13:13 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

The Tax Administration has an important announcement: They commented on the fiscalization system

The Tax Administration confirmed that the fiscalization system is operating stably and there is no reason to delay the submission of eInvoices until January 7, denying media reports suggesting instability.

Jan 3 • 12:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Life & Tech

Marta Nawrocka will receive the thirteenth pension. It has been calculated how much it may amount to

After 18 years in the Customs and Tax Administration Service, Marta Nawrocka retired, taking a break during her husband's election campaign and officially retiring after he won.

Jan 2 • 11:58 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

13 Thousand Expatriates Have Returned, Those Employed in May Receive Tax Refunds, Here's How Much

The Ministry of the Interior has provided the Tax Administration with the names of 13,000 Croatian citizens who returned to Croatia this year after spending at least two years abroad, with those employed benefitting from a five-year income tax exemption and potential refunds totaling around 14,000 euros.

Dec 28 • 19:12 UTC

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