Mainland China

According to a press release issued on 1 July 2026, the State Taxation Administration (STA) disclosed the outcome of three high-profile investigations in which tax officials colluded with organized criminal networks to manipulate tax assessments, conceal illicit income and obstruct audit procedures. The investigations span evidence of internal collusion across several provinces and involve alleged

On 1 July 2026, the State Taxation Administration issued a statement reaffirming its strict enforcement posture following the disclosure of three recent investigations into tax personnel colluding with criminal entities. The announcement underscores a renewed commitment to zero-tolerance policies, emphasizing the recovery of illicit tax benefits, the imposition of severe administrative sanctions, and the reinforcement

On July 28, 2026, the State Council’s New Office convened a thematic press conference titled ‘Kick‑off of the 15th Five‑Year Plan,’ during which officials presented an overview of upcoming tax reforms under the upcoming five‑year economic blueprint. The conference outlined several key initiatives aimed at modernizing the tax system, boosting revenue neutrality, and supporting high‑quality

On July 2, 2026 the State Taxation Administration released a statement confirming that Li De Ping, a former first‑level inspector of the Jiangxi Provincial Tax Bureau, is under disciplinary review and supervision investigation. The announcement, posted on the official tax news portal, reflects the administration’s ongoing commitment to combating corruption within the tax system. Li

On June 30, 2026 the State Taxation Administration organized a grand ceremony to commemorate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China, hosting a thematic activity titled ‘Seven One’ to celebrate the occasion. The event, held at the central headquarters of the tax bureau, gathered senior officials, party members, and representatives