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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

National Tax Service Apologizes for Cryptocurrency Leak Incident and Plans Preventive Measures

The National Tax Service of South Korea has apologized for a leak of cryptocurrency information related to delinquent taxpayers and announced plans for preventive measures.

Mar 1 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in Illinois: JB Pritzker will suspend tax incentives for data center construction

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker plans to suspend tax incentives for building new data centers in the state for two years.

Mar 1 โ€ข 00:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Expecting electricity prices to rise alongside proposed tax changes

Proposed tax changes in Iceland may lead to increased electricity prices as the country plans to remove exemptions for energy facilities from property tax.

Feb 28 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Spring Statement 2026 bombshells - from Rachel Reeves 'defiance' to tax plans

The UK Chancellor is set to present a straightforward Spring Statement aimed at restoring stability following a tumultuous Budget.

Feb 28 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Does it fit that a wealth tax will cost the state billions? The graph shows what happened in Norway

The article discusses proposed wealth tax plans in Denmark, drawing parallels with Norway's experience after implementing a similar tax.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Zero Consumption Tax on Groceries: Prime Minister Takai's Commitment to Submit Bill in Autumn Extraordinary Session

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takai announced plans to propose a bill to eliminate the consumption tax on groceries for two years in the upcoming autumn extraordinary parliamentary session.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Survey: Every third person plans to use the recovered tax overpayment for everyday expenses

A survey reveals that many Latvians plan to use their recovered tax overpayments to cover daily expenses, particularly among seniors and low-income households.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] President Lee says "Selling even a single speculative house is advantageous"; the 'one good house' phenomenon needs to be normalized this time

President Lee Jae-myung announced plans for tax reforms targeting high-value single homeowners and reiterated a crackdown on multiple homeowners to address soaring real estate prices in Seoul.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Lawsuit: Munich's Mayor Plans to Challenge Bed Tax Law at Federal Constitutional Court

The city of Munich is seeking to challenge a Bavarian law that prohibits a bed tax for tourists in hopes of generating additional revenue.

Feb 26 โ€ข 13:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump's State of the Union set to include desperate measures as poll ratings tank

Donald Trump plans to propose new tax cuts in his upcoming State of the Union speech amidst declining approval ratings.

Feb 24 โ€ข 23:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

โ€˜Dividend Special Caseโ€™ Companies Must Announce Plans to Enhance Corporate Value After Dividend Resolutions

Companies benefiting from special tax treatment for dividend income must publicly announce their plans to enhance corporate value within a specific timeframe following their annual shareholder meetings.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Economy will relaunch the product that allows saving 5,000 euros a year and not paying taxes on its earnings

The Spanish government plans to revive a savings product that enables individuals to save up to 5,000 euros annually without tax on the gains, aiming to channel investments towards European business projects.

Feb 24 โ€ข 04:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Local Taxes: Paris, Marseille, Lyon... What Candidates Propose for Municipal Elections in the Biggest Cities of France

Candidates for the upcoming municipal elections in major French cities propose various plans regarding local taxes, emphasizing promises of tax freezes or reductions.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The Govern of Salvador Illa will approve the Budget project this Friday to pressure ERC, which maintains its rejection: "Less self-help messages and more national ambition"

The Catalan government, led by Salvador Illa, plans to approve a budget proposal despite lacking essential support from ERC, which has rejected negotiations over tax concessions.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Gรผnther Aims to Implement Sugar Tax via Bundesrat

Schleswig-Holstein's Prime Minister Daniel Gรผnther plans to push for a sugar tax on sweetened beverages through Germany's Bundesrat after it was rejected at the CDU party conference.

Feb 23 โ€ข 05:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

IBS Management Committee will have an independent verification system linked to a single portal

The IBS Management Committee in Brazil plans to implement an integrated portal for streamlined tax services this year.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Study: Only one in four Estonians plans to save or invest their tax refund

A recent study reveals that only 26% of Estonians intend to save or invest their income tax refund, while many plan to use it for daily expenses.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Deregulation 2.0: The government announces systemic changes in taxes and courts

The Polish government plans to undertake broader systemic reforms aimed at reducing bureaucratic procedures, as announced by Minister Maciej Berek.

Feb 20 โ€ข 03:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Former NYPD chief calls police cuts 'recipe for disaster' as Mamdani threatens tax hikes

Former NYPD chief John Chell criticized NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's decision to cancel plans for hiring 5,000 police officers, warning that it could lead to public safety issues amid budget shortfalls.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mamdani vs. Hochul: the New York mayor's request regarding property tax

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has proposed increasing property taxes if the state does not approve new taxes on large incomes and corporations, highlighting a significant budget gap in the city's financial plans.

Feb 19 โ€ข 20:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

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

The Danish Ombudsman is demanding answers regarding how homeowners in Gentofte were erroneously charged over 100,000 kroner in property tax and how the tax authority plans to investigate similar cases.

Feb 19 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

KL: Our home location is no longer Finland

Oura, a company known for its smart rings, plans to relocate its headquarters from Finland to Delaware, USA, due to favorable tax policies and a majority American investor base.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Schillerovรก promised the return of parental benefits, student discounts, and stated when EET will return

The Czech finance minister Alena Schillerovรก announced plans to reinstate parental benefits and tax relief for working students, alongside the new EET system starting next year.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

A revolutionary shift in tax payments is emerging: Goal: Keep Czechs employable

The Czech Ministry of Health plans to revolutionize the healthcare system by integrating health and sickness insurance, aiming to incentivize effective treatments that reduce long-term disability and keep people working.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

For the first time in two decades, Mamdani plans to raise property tax in New York

New York City Mayor Zahran Mamdani is set to propose raising the property tax for the first time in over twenty years to address a significant budget deficit.

Feb 17 โ€ข 17:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The Netherlands plans to tax unrealized capital gains

The Dutch government has approved a controversial tax reform to impose a 36% tax on unrealized capital gains starting in 2028, pending Senate approval.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Netherlands plans to start taxing unrealized capital gains

The Dutch government is set to implement a controversial tax reform that will tax unrealized capital gains starting in 2028, pending approval from the Senate.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Changes in the statute of limitations for taxes on a separate legislative path

The Polish government plans to separate proposed changes to tax statute limitations into a new legislative project to prevent bureaucratic manipulation.

Feb 16 โ€ข 03:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Prague to Apply for Building Permit for the Vltava Philharmonic, Costs Reach 12 Billion

Prague's city council is finalizing the project documentation for the Vltava Philharmonic and plans to apply for a building permit in the summer, with construction expected to start next year.

Feb 14 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Buenos Aires Legislature will correct 'an error' in the calculation of Gross Income that made cars 8% more expensive

The Buenos Aires Legislature plans to amend an administrative error in the Gross Income tax calculation that would increase car prices by 8%, with new legislation to be discussed in March.

Feb 13 โ€ข 20:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Consumption Tax Reduction: Interim Summary to be Compiled in National Conference by June, Government to Present Funding Candidates

The Japanese government plans to finalize an interim summary regarding a proposed two-year zero consumption tax on food items in a national conference by June, alongside discussions on funding sources.

Feb 12 โ€ข 11:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The Estonian government has no intention of opposing the carbon tax, as it will bring in significant revenue

The Estonian government has reaffirmed its commitment to the carbon tax, indicating no plans to oppose it despite potential backlash.

Feb 12 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Jelgava's budget this year will be nearly 146.8 million euros

The Jelgava City Council plans to approve a budget of approximately 146.8 million euros for 2026, equating to 2,475 euros per resident.

Feb 11 โ€ข 15:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Abolition of the health insurance contribution? The Minister of Health announces talks with the Left

Poland's Minister of Health plans to discuss the abolition of the health insurance contribution with the Left and the finance minister in early March.

Feb 11 โ€ข 12:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The government will introduce a municipal cruise tax from 2027

The Norwegian government plans to implement a municipal cruise tax starting in 2027 to help manage the impacts of increased tourism on local communities.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Consumption tax reduction: How to secure 5 trillion yen in funding; Discussions will be held at the National Assembly, with the market also paying attention

The Japanese government plans to temporarily eliminate the consumption tax on food products for two years, but the feasibility and funding sources for this policy are under scrutiny as discussions begin in a national assembly involving both ruling and opposition parties.

Feb 9 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

The 'blue folders' of the Ministry of Finance: 6 privatizations and 5 tax reforms at the center for 2026

The Greek Ministry of Finance outlines ambitious plans for 2026 focusing on accelerated privatization and significant tax reforms.

Feb 7 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Sumar proposes taxing the ultra-wealthy and using that money to pay for universal child benefits

The Sumar party in Spain plans to implement a wealth tax proposed by economist Gabriel Zucman, aimed at financing universal child benefits.

Feb 6 โ€ข 13:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Restrictions on Sale of Rented Properties - How Will the Government Respond?

The government plans to end the temporary suspension of heavy taxes on multiple homeowners by May 9, while also considering additional support measures for properties where tenants cannot be evicted prior to the lease expiration.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Multiple Homeowners' Capital Gains Tax Increase 'Allows Time for Registration and Payments'... Market Says 'Inventory May Increase'

The government plans to end the capital gains tax increase on multiple homeowners while allowing a grace period of 3 to 6 months for transactions finalized by May 9, aiming to stabilize the market and increase inventory.

Feb 3 โ€ข 08:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

Economy collides with Treasury over tax incentives for savings and investment

The Economy Ministry clashes with the Treasury over tax benefits related to savings and investment, as the government plans a new investment account to incentivize financial engagement from citizens.

Feb 2 โ€ข 06:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Budget 2026: why the government wants to tax family holdings

The French government plans to tax family holdings in the 2026 budget to clamp down on tax optimization practices used by wealthy taxpayers.

Jan 16 โ€ข 11:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The company president will have a better chance of defending against the tax authorities. The Ministry of Finance wants to change the regulations

The Ministry of Finance plans to amend tax law to clarify the rights of company executives in challenging tax authority findings and ensuring access to case documents, with a government vote expected in the first half of 2026.

Jan 15 โ€ข 12:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

How to end the rental market?

Pedro Sรกnchez has proposed a new intervention in the rental market, offering a 100% tax deduction on income tax for landlords who renew contracts without increasing rents and plans to limit seasonal rentals.

Jan 15 โ€ข 03:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Merz Rejects SPD Plans for Inheritance Tax Reform

Chancellor Friedrich Merz has rejected the SPD's plans for inheritance tax reform, emphasizing the importance of small and medium enterprises as Germany's economic backbone.

Jan 14 โ€ข 19:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Merz Rejects SPD's Plans for Inheritance Tax Reform

Chancellor Friedrich Merz rejected the SPD's proposals for inheritance tax reform, emphasizing the importance of small and medium-sized enterprises to Germany's economy and urging the coalition partner to avoid causing further uncertainty.

Jan 14 โ€ข 19:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

"Completely counterproductive" - Employers outraged by SPD plans for inheritance tax

The SPD's plans to reform inheritance tax meet with sharp criticism from employers who warn about economic consequences.

Jan 14 โ€ข 06:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Employers outraged by SPD plans - CDU warns of 'exit for German SMEs'

The SPD's proposed reform of inheritance tax faces strong criticism from employers and a warning from the CDU regarding its potential negative impact on the German middle class.

Jan 14 โ€ข 06:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

"It's about strengthening the location" - Union reaffirms No to SPD's tax plans

The Union remains opposed to the SPD's proposals for increasing inheritance tax on large estates, emphasizing the need to strengthen the economic landscape, as stated by CDU/CSU faction leader Jens Spahn in Berlin.

Jan 13 โ€ข 15:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

"The inheritance tax law as we currently have it is not fair, not just"

Matthias Miersch, the head of the SPD parliamentary group, reaffirmed the SPD's plans for reforming inheritance tax, emphasizing the importance of fairness and justice.

Jan 13 โ€ข 13:46 UTC

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