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Bangladesh: Latest NBR Recruitment Circular for Income Tax Officer Positions August 2026

On 20 August 2026, the National Board of Revenue (NBR) published a formal recruitment circular announcing the availability of multiple vacancies for the positions of Income Tax Officer (ITO) and Assistant Commissioner (Income Tax) within the Income Tax Division, with the aim of strengthening the human capital base required to execute the NBR’s ambitious tax

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Indonesia: East Jakarta & UNJ Tax Center Train 144 Students in Digital Tax Literacy

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Australia: Guide to Common Income Tax Return Due Dates for Australian Clients

The ATO published a guide on 20 August 2026 listing the five most common income tax return due dates for different client types. Key Takeaways Individuals usually lodge by 31 October unless using a tax agent. Businesses and trusts follow dates from 15 January to 30 June based on reporting frequency. Disclaimer:This article is compiled

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Indonesia: Indonesia Cracks Down on Illegal Stamp Duty Network

On 19 August 2026, the Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) jointly with the Metro Jaya Regional Police successfully dismantled a large-scale illegal stamp duty (meterai) distribution network. The operation prevented potential state revenue losses estimated at up to Rp1 trillion. The syndicate produced and distributed counterfeit electronic and physical stamps used for legal documents, contracts,

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South Korea: National Tax Service Provides Corporate Tax Relief for Flood-Impacted SMEs in Southern Regions

On August 19, 2026, the Korean National Tax Service (NTS) announced comprehensive tax relief measures targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) located in flood-affected areas of southern South Korea, particularly focusing on the Geoje region and other southern coastal jurisdictions recently devastated by severe rainfall and subsequent flooding. The announcement forms part of the government’s

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Cambodia: GDT Conducts Soft Skills Training for Tax Officers Batch 21 Phase 3

On 19 August 2026, the National Tax School under the GDT commenced the third phase of the 21st batch soft skills training program for tax officers. The program focuses on enhancing communication, professional ethics, problem-solving, and taxpayer service excellence. Director General H.E. Kong Vibol presided over the opening ceremony, emphasizing the critical role of soft

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Kyrgyzstan: Kyrgyzstan Extends Single Tax Holiday for Textile Sector to 2026 End

On 19 August 2026, the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, acting on a recommendation from the State Tax Service, approved a decree extending the exemption from the unified (single) tax for individual entrepreneurs and small enterprises engaged in sewing, textile manufacturing, and related retail activities until 31 December 2026. Originally set to expire on 30

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Bangladesh: Clarification on Duty-Free Benefits for Solar Power Products under Customs Regulations

On 19 August 2026, the National Board of Revenue (NBR) issued a clarification concerning the application of duty-free import benefits for various products linked to solar power generation projects, aiming to eliminate ambiguity in customs tariff classification and ensure consistent enforcement across all border entry points. The directive arises from recurring inquiries by renewable energy

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Indonesia: Indonesia Tax Authority Seizes Illegal Stamp Network Worth Rp1 Trillion

On 19 August 2026, Indonesia’s Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) announced a joint operation with the Metropolitan Police (Polda Metro Jaya) that successfully dismantled an illegal stamp (meterai) distribution network. The operation prevents potential state losses estimated at Rp1 trillion. This enforcement action underscores the government’s commitment to protecting non-tax state revenue (PNBP) from document

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Cambodia: Cambodia GDT Conducts Tax Officials Life Skills Training

On 19 August 2026, the General Department of Taxation (GDT) of Cambodia, through its National Tax School, conducted the 21st session, 3rd batch of the Life Skills Training Program for tax officials. This training program is part of GDT’s comprehensive human resource development strategy aimed at enhancing the professional competencies, ethical standards, and soft skills

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