Asia Pacific

Indonesia: Indonesia Hosts 7th BRITACOF to Advance Digital Tax Administration

From 7 to 9 October 2026, Indonesia served as the host for the 7th BRITACOF (Bilateral Regional International Tax Administration Cooperation Forum) in Jakarta. The forum convened tax authorities from across Asia and the Pacific to discuss strategies for modernizing tax administration through digital transformation. Key agenda items included the implementation of real-time reporting systems,

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Azerbaijan: Khankendi Hosts Taxpayer Educational Outreach Session

On 9 October 2026, the State Tax Service organized an informational meeting with taxpayers in Khankendi city. The session covered recent amendments to the Tax Code, electronic filing obligations, VAT refund procedures, and the use of new-generation cash registers (NKA). Officials provided hands-on guidance for navigating the e-taxes portal, submitting tax declarations, and accessing online

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Azerbaijan: New-Generation Cash Registers Drive 15.1% Turnover Increase

On 9 October 2026, the State Tax Service reported that transaction turnover recorded through new-generation fiscal cash registers (NKA) has increased by 15.1 percent year-over-year. The NKA system, mandatory for VAT-registered entities and specific business categories, transmits sales data in real-time to the tax authority’s centralized platform. This growth reflects both broader adoption of compliant

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Thailand: Thailand Revenue Dept Releases FY2026 Tax Collection Results

On 9 October 2026, the Thai Revenue Department (TRD) released Announcement No. 3/2570 detailing the tax collection results for Fiscal Year 2026 (1 October 2025 – 30 September 2026). The report highlights total revenue collection exceeding 1.18 trillion baht for the first seven months, reflecting robust corporate income tax and value-added tax (VAT) performance amid

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Azerbaijan: Active VAT Taxpayer Base Expands 6.9 Percent Nationwide

On 9 October 2026, the State Tax Service announced a 6.9 percent increase in the number of active VAT-registered taxpayers nationwide. This growth stems from mandatory registration thresholds, voluntary registration for input VAT recovery, and the onboarding of businesses in newly integrated economic zones. The Service highlighted that the expansion correlates with increased e-invoicing adoption

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India:India Updates Income Tax Form 161 Post Finance Act 2026

On 9 October 2026, the CBDT issued Notification No. 134/2026 (G.S.R. 871(E)) amending Income Tax Form No. 161 to reflect changes brought by the Finance Act, 2026. Form 161 is used for certificates of tax deducted at source on certain payments. The amendment incorporates revised tax rates, new sections, and updated reporting fields mandated by

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Australia:ATO Extends Credit Card Payment Transition Period to June 2027

On 9 October 2026, the ATO announced an extension of the transition period allowing taxpayers to use credit cards for tax payments until 30 June 2027. This decision follows industry feedback and aims to provide continued flexibility while the ATO modernises its payment infrastructure. The extension applies to all tax obligations, including income tax, GST,

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Indonesia: Indonesia Hosts 7th BRITACOF: Advancing Digital Tax Administration

On 9 October 2026, Indonesia convened the 7th BRITACOF (Brisbane International Tax Administration Conference) in Jakarta, bringing together tax authorities from Asia-Pacific and OECD members. The summit focused on digital transformation journeys, with Indonesia showcasing its Coretax platform as a case study in end-to-end tax administration modernization. Key sessions covered real-time data analytics for risk-based

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Australia:ATO Highlights Key FBT Questions for Employer‑Provided Work Cars

On 9 October 2026, the ATO released a targeted guidance piece for tax professionals advising employers who provide cars to employees. The resource sets out critical questions to determine whether private use of a work car gives rise to a fringe benefits tax (FBT) liability. It covers the statutory formula and operating cost methods, the

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Indonesia: Manna Tax Office Launches Tax Goes to School at Bengkulu Elementary

On 9 October 2026, the Tax Service, Counseling, and Consultation Office (KP2KP) Manna, under Kanwil DJP Bengkulu, executed the Tax Goes to School (TGTS) program at State Elementary School (SDN) 36 Bengkulu Selatan. The initiative operates under the legal framework of Article 83 of Law Number 6/1983 on General Provisions and Tax Procedures (KUP Law),

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