Asia Pacific

Indonesia: DJP Mandates Valid Self-Certification for CARF Crypto-Asset Reporting

As of 18 August 2026, the Indonesian Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) has issued a new regulatory directive requiring taxpayers engaged in crypto-asset transactions to obtain and submit valid self-certification forms in accordance with the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF). This measure is part of Indonesia’s broader commitment to international tax transparency and the Automatic Exchange

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Taiwan: MOF Amends Tariff Rules: Electric Vehicles Exempt from 2027 Declaration

As of 2026/08/18, the Ministry of Finance announced amendments to the Tariff Tax Act, establishing that electric vehicles may possess a declaration of exemption from export or import duties effective January 1, 2027, aiming to promote sustainable transportation and reduce the upfront cost barrier for green vehicle adoption. The regulatory update specifies that vehicle manufacturers

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Taiwan: Alternative Guarantees Enable Release of Tax Arrears Penalties and Fines

As of 2026/08/18, the Ministry of Finance introduced regulatory revisions allowing taxpayers burdened by unpaid tax arrears, penalties, and fines to utilize diverse guarantee instruments, such as pledged time deposits or certified financial instruments, to lift provisional asset seizures and halts on enforcement actions. The new provisions aim to provide fiscal relief to businesses and

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Taiwan: Taxpayers Must Act Within the 30-Day Rights Protection Window

As of 2026/08/18, tax authorities reminded taxpayers of the critical 30-day window following issuance of tax assessments, notices of deficiency, or decisions on appeals, during which individuals and businesses may file objections, request reviews, or initiate payment arrangements to protect their legal rights. Failure to act within this statutorily defined period may result in the

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Taiwan: National Property Services Amends Survey Procedures to Boost Property Management

As of 2026/08/17, the Bureau of National Property Services announced revisions to the procedures for surveying and evaluating non-public government-owned real property, aiming to enhance the accuracy, transparency, and efficiency of public asset management and valuation. The updated regulations streamline the inspection workflow, mandate digital documentation of property conditions, and establish clearer criteria for assessing

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Uzbekistan: Uzbekistan Tax Committee Publishes August 2026 Press Releases and Updates

As of 2026/08/17, the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan, operating under the State Tax Committee (Soliq), announced a series of regulatory updates that will reshape the tax compliance landscape for both domestic enterprises and foreign investors. The announcements, published on the official government portal, constitute the latest wave of press releases covering

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Thailand: Thai Customs and Revenue Seize Fraudulent Tax Invoices 360 Million Baht

On 17 August 2026, the Thai Customs Department, in close collaboration with the Revenue Department Investigation Bureau, concluded a high-impact enforcement operation codified under Announcement 20/2569. The operation targeted the widespread issuance and circulation of fraudulent tax invoices, a practice that undermines the integrity of Thailand value-added tax system and facilitates significant revenue leakage. Authorities

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Cambodia: GDT Publishes Instruction on VAT Exemption for Educational Services

On 17 August 2026, the GDT issued an instruction (សេចក្តីណែនាំ) clarifying the VAT treatment of supplies of educational and technical services. The instruction specifies that certain educational services provided by recognized institutions, as well as technical services related to curriculum development, training, and certification, are exempt from VAT under Article 9 of the Law on

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Cambodia: Cambodia Issues Instruction on Non-Taxable Strategic Services

On 17 August 2026, the General Department of Taxation (GDT) of Cambodia issued an official instruction (សេចក្តីណែនាំ) clarifying the value-added tax (VAT) treatment of non-taxable supplies for strategic services. This instruction provides detailed guidance on the definition, scope, and conditions for VAT exemption applicable to services designated as strategic by the government. Strategic services typically

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Pakistan: KTBA Praises FBR’s Prompt Action on Income Tax Return Feedback Mechanism

On 17 August 2026, the Karachi Tax Bar Association (KTBA) issued a statement commending the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for its swift response to stakeholder feedback concerning the income tax return filing process. The acknowledgment follows a series of consultative meetings held under the Tax Laws (Amendment) Ordinance, 2024, which seeks to streamline procedural

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