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Italy moves ahead with comprehensive VAT code reform

Italy has taken a significant step toward modernising its indirect tax system, with the Council of Ministers giving preliminary approval to a new consolidated VAT code. The reform represents one of the most sweeping overhauls of Italy’s VAT framework in decades. The draft code brings

India announces major GST reform

India’s Prime Minster Narendra Modi has unveiled a sweeping reform of the country’s Goods and Services Tax (GST). The biggest overhaul since its introduction in 2017. The changes aim to simplify the rate structure, reduce compliance headaches, and give a much-needed boost to businesses and

What’s the most efficient way to verify VAT numbers?

If you’ve ever had to verify VAT, GST or Tax Registration Numbers (TRNs), you’ll know the process isn’t exactly seamless. Most teams are still stuck with the manual way: log onto a Tax Authority’s website, type in the number, check the result and then copy it back

August 2025 Tax Headlines: Global VAT News

Here is our round-up of all the newest tax snippets from August 2025 – featuring news of rate changes, regulatory updates and reclassifications across the world. Romania The Romanian Prime Minister reintroduced a standard VAT rate increase from 19% to 21% on 2 July, effective

July and August 2025 Tax Headlines: Global VAT News

Here is our round-up of all the newest tax snippets from July and August 2025 – featuring news of rate changes, regulatory updates and reclassifications across the world. EU The European Commission has released its Annual Report on Taxation (ART), offering a comprehensive analytical overview