Asia Pacific

Fiji: FRCS Directs Customs Information to Community Through Radio Outreach

As part of the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service’s (FRCS) ongoing public education and awareness campaign under the Fiji Customs Act, the agency has intensified community engagement through national radio platforms to provide timely guidance on key Customs matters affecting Fijian residents. Recently, Senior Customs Officers and the Chief Customs Officer featured on FBC Radio’s

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India: CBDT Issues Foreign Asset Disclosure Rules Taxpayers G.S.R. 732(E) 2026

On 17 August 2026 the Central Board of Direct Taxes CBDT issued Notification No 114/2026 establishing the Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers Disclosure Scheme 2026 under Government Specification Rule GSR 732E This notification mandates small taxpayers to disclose foreign assets held outside India aiming to enhance fiscal transparency prevent base erosion and align with international

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Cambodia: GDT Issues Instruction on Non-Supply of Taxable Services

On 17 August 2026, the General Department of Taxation (GDT) issued Instruction No. [Reference Number] regarding the treatment of non-supply transactions for taxable services under the Value Added Tax (VAT) Law. This instruction clarifies the definition and scope of activities that do not constitute a “supply” for VAT purposes, addressing long-standing ambiguities in the interpretation

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Bangladesh: Office Order on Income Tax Committee Formation for Operational Efficiency

On 16 August 2026, the National Board of Revenue (NBR) issued an office order mandating the formation of a dedicated internal committee tasked with reviewing and recommending structural improvements to the Income Tax Division’s assessment and audit workflows. The committee, comprising senior tax officials, data analytics specialists, and representatives from the taxpayer consultative council, has

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Cambodia: Cambodia General Department of Taxation Announces FY 2026 Quarterly Tax Administration Update

As of 15 August 2026 the Cambodia General Department of Taxation GDT officially released its quarterly tax administration update for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. The release outlines key compliance deadlines revised reporting requirements for digital tax filings and guidance on recent amendments to the Kingdom s core tax statutes. This initiative aims to enhance transparency streamline

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Myanmar: IRD Launches Updated VAT Rules for Cross-Border Transactions

As of 1 July 2026, the Internal Revenue Department (IRD) of Myanmar officially released a comprehensive amendment to the nation’s Value‑Added Tax (VAT) regulatory framework, identified as announcement list entry 102. The amendment forms part of the broader Tax Administration Modernisation Programme (TAMP) initiated by the Ministry of Finance in collaboration with the Organisation for Economic

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Myanmar: Myanmar IRD Issues Non-Audit Filing Guidance for Taxpayers

On 15 August 2026, the Myanmar Internal Revenue Department (IRD) published a new announcement regarding non-audit filing procedures for taxpayers. This guidance aims to streamline the tax compliance process by clarifying the conditions under which taxpayers can file returns without undergoing a full audit, reducing administrative burden and improving voluntary compliance rates. The announcement references

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Indonesia: DJP Clarifies Tax Amnesty: Surat Cinta Letter Validates Voluntary Disclosure

The DJP has clarified the scope and implications of the “Surat Cinta” (Letter of Love) initiative, a voluntary disclosure mechanism designed to encourage compliant taxpayers to rectify past reporting irregularities without facing severe penalties. Introduced under Ministerial Regulation No. 17/2026, the program permits eligible taxpayers to submit corrected tax returns and settle outstanding liabilities with

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Indonesia: Cultivating Tax Morale as Pillar of National Sovereignty and Fiscal Responsibility

Amid rising public discourse on civic duty, the DJP has intensified efforts to elevate tax morale as a cornerstone of Indonesia’s fiscal resilience. Through educational campaigns, taxpayer charters, and digital service improvements, the administration seeks to transform compliance from a perceived burden into a recognized contribution to national development. The 2026 Tax Morale Index, released

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Indonesia: Receive a “Love Letter” from Tax Office? Don’t Panic, It’s Not the End

The Directorate General of Taxes (Direktorat Jenderal Pajak) has recently issued guidance concerning official communications commonly referred to as “Love Letters” by taxpayers. These communications, identified as Surat Pemberitahuan or SP2DK, set out new procedural requirements for recipients, emphasizing electronic submission channels and strict record‑keeping obligations. The regulation becomes effective on 15 August 2026, forming

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