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Small parcels, new costs. The EU Fixed Customs Duty is now live, adding a flat €3 fee to all international e-commerce imports under €150.

IT and Tax have a new common language. The OECD Pillar Two GIR Schema is now official, setting the mandatory XML format for global minimum tax reporting.

Generational wealth starts now. The IRS confirms that 4 million children have been signed up for OBBBA Trump Accounts since January.

Procurement meets payroll. The Germany Federal Tariff Compliance Act now mandates collective bargaining standards for all federal contracts over €50,000.

Trade just got digital. The new Mexico Agro-Compliance Certificate is now mandatory for agricultural exporters seeking VAT zero-rating in Mexico.

The ATO hits back at complex debt. The new Australia Thin Capitalization Guidance (TPA/2026/1) warns multinationals of increased audits on interest deductions.

The 12.5% era is over. Cyprus has officially transitioned to a 15% corporate tax rate and introduced stricter residency tests to align with global standards.

A simpler path to digital tax? The UN Taxation of Services Model gets a major update today, offering developing nations a bold alternative to OECD rules.

Innovation just got a tax break. The IRS has officially restored immediate Section 174 R&D Expensing for domestic costs, while tightening rules on foreign research.

Japan’s tech-focused tax breaks are now operational. The Japan Strategic Technology Tax Credit offers massive relief for semiconductor and green energy manufacturers.