Asia Pacific

Indonesia: North Sulawesi Content Creator Praises Manado Tax Office Friendly Service

On 1 October 2026, a prominent digital content creator from North Sulawesi (handle: @SulutExplorer, 142K followers) published a viral Instagram Reel and YouTube Short praising the service quality at KPP Pratama Manado, specifically highlighting the “Ramah, Cepat, Transparan” (Friendly, Fast, Transparent) experience during NPWP registration and e-Faktur activation for their production company PT Sulut Digital

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Taiwan: Taiwan VAT: Gift Certificate Invoice Timing Rules Clarified

On 1 October 2026, the Taipei National Tax Bureau issued a public ruling clarifying the Value-Added Tax (VAT) invoicing obligations for businesses selling gift certificates. The guidance addresses long-standing ambiguity regarding the precise moment a Uniform Invoice must be issued when a voucher is sold versus when it is redeemed. The ruling references the Value-Added

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Bangladesh:Invitation Letter for 97th WCO Fellowship Programme Circulated

On 1 October 2026, the NBR distributed the official invitation letter from the WCO Secretariat for the 97th Fellowship Programme. The letter outlines the program timeline, host institution details, and logistical arrangements. Key Takeaways Official Invitation: The letter serves as the formal invitation from WCO to Bangladesh Customs to nominate candidates. Program Dates: The fellowship

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Bangladesh:NBR Issues General Call for 97th WCO Fellowship Applications

On 1 October 2026, the NBR issued a general circular inviting applications from eligible customs officers for the 97th WCO Fellowship Programme. The circular summarizes the program benefits, eligibility, and application procedure. Key Takeaways Broad Dissemination: The circular ensures all eligible officers across commissionerates are aware of the opportunity. Selection Process: NBR will form a

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India:India Amends 1988 CBDT Notification on Tax Administration

On 1 October 2026, the Ministry of Finance notified further amendments to the original 1988 notification (S.O. 359) governing the powers and functions of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) and its subordinate authorities. Notification No. 133/2026 (SO 5368(E)) updates procedural aspects related to assessment, appeals, and internal delegation of powers. These amendments streamline

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Taiwan: Cabinet Approves Securities Transaction Tax Act Amendment Bill

On 1 October 2026, the Executive Yuan (Cabinet) passed the draft amendment to Article 2-1 of the Securities Transaction Tax Act during its weekly meeting. The proposed revision aims to modernize the tax framework for securities transactions, addressing emerging financial instruments and cross-border trading activities. The amendment will now proceed to the Legislative Yuan for

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Indonesia:Painan Tax Office Uses Radio to Educate Entrepreneurs on PKP Duties

On 1 October 2026, the Tax Counseling and Consultation Service Office (KP2KP) of Painan, West Sumatra, partnered with Langkisau FM radio to deliver a live educational session on Taxable Entrepreneur (Pengusaha Kena Pajak/PKP) obligations. This outreach responds to persistent under-registration of VAT-eligible businesses in the coastal regency of Pesisir Selatan. The session details the IDR

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Taiwan: Tax Refund Fraud Alert: Ministry Releases Three-Step Anti-Fraud Guide

On 1 October 2026, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) launched a nationwide anti-fraud campaign titled “Tax Refund Fraud Prevention: Three Steps to Safety” in response to a surge in sophisticated phishing schemes targeting individual taxpayers during the annual tax refund season. The National Taxation Bureau reported a 42% year-on-year increase in fraudulent refund claims involving

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Indonesia:Jakarta South II Tax Office Hosts Live on Global Taxpayer Registration

On 1 October 2026, the Medium Tax Office (KPP Madya) of Jakarta Selatan II conducted an Instagram Live session titled “Global Taxpayer Registration” (Pendaftaran Wajib Pajak Globe), targeting digital nomads, foreign investors, and cross-border service providers. The session clarifies NPWP registration obligations under Article 2(3) of Law No. 36/2008 as amended by Law No. 7/2021,

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Taiwan: Taipei Customs Completes Q3 Export Duty Drawback E-Filing Briefing

On 1 October 2026, Taipei Customs concluded its third-quarter promotional seminar for the “Export Goods Raw Material Tax Electronic Refund Operation” system, marking full operational deployment of the paperless duty drawback platform. The system, mandated under the Customs Anti-Avoidance Act and the Statute for Industrial Innovation, allows manufacturers to claim refunds of customs duties and

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