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New Zealand’s One-Page Compliance Strategy
We recently designed and issued a one-page compliance strategy to our people built on four key themes – our risk picture, the customer connection, targeted interventions, and capability growth. We consider producing a one-page strategy (often called a "plan-on-a-page") will provide significant benefits for staff, mainly by replacing several complex, long-winded documents with a clear, accessible, and actionable roadmap. Our overall objective is to ensure all our people read
Feb 25


Fiji Removed from European Union Blacklist Following Comprehensive Tax Reforms
On 17 February 2026, the EU Code of Conduct Group announced its update to the EU list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes. As part of this update, Fiji has been officially removed from the blacklist following comprehensive reforms to strengthen tax transparency, fair taxation, and compliance with international standards. This milestone reinforces Fiji’s commitment to responsible tax governance and enhances confidence among international partners and investors.
Feb 20


IRC Unveils Digital Transformation Strategy 2026–2028 to Strengthen Revenue Administration and Improve Taxpayer Services Port Moresby | 18 February 2026
The Internal Revenue Commission (IRC) with the Department of Information Communication Technology today launched its Digital Transformation Strategy 2026–2028, outlining a major national effort to modernise PNG’s tax administration and improve taxpayer services. Acknowledging that this was the result of a culmination of a number of years work by our Data Management, Tax Intelligence team initiated under the former Commissioner General Koim. Acting Commissioner General Sam Loi
Feb 18


Barbados’ Revenue Authority Engages Tax Professionals at Annual Tax Event
The Barbados Revenue Authority joined the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Barbados on February 10, 2026 for their Annual Tax Update, bringing together tax professionals, business leaders, and stakeholders for a review of current and emerging tax matters. This hybrid session provided practical insights into recent tax developments like the Economic Substance Requirement and Changes to the Corporation Tax Return and Top-up Tax Registration. Revenue Commissioner and featur
Feb 12


Jamaica Provides Targeted Tax Relief Following Hurricane Melissa
In response to the impact of the Category 5 Hurricane Melissa, the Government of Jamaica, through Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ), introduced a targeted tax relief measure to support employees affected by the disaster. The initiative allows employers to make tax-free cash payments to employees who experienced loss or damage, providing timely financial assistance to support personal recovery and welfare. Key Features of the Relief Measure Under the policy, employers may provi
Feb 5


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