Programs

The Global Tax Expenditures Transparency Index Companion Paper: Revised Version

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Fiscal, Discussion Notes | Tags: GTETI, Tax Expenditures, Transparency
The revised Companion Paper includes a description of the methodological adjustments made since the launch of the Global Tax Expenditures Transparency Index (GTETI). Changes do not only affect the internal structure of individual indicators but also the underlying format of  the data. ... continue reading

The Global Tax Expenditures Transparency Index (GTETI 1.1): New Features and Improved Methodology

| 3 December 2024
Fiscal, News | Tags: GTETI, Tax Expenditures, Transparency
Since its launch in October 2023, the index has gained attention from governments and organizations worldwide, as a useful tool for fiscal transparency. More recently, several updates and adjustments to the GTETI 1.0 structure and methodology have been introduced to fine-tune the assessment. ... continue reading

Second Virtual Meeting of the Community of Practice on Tax Expenditures: GTETI Updates Unveiled

Upcoming: 3 December 2024 | 13.00-14.30 CET | Online
Fiscal, Workshops | Tags: GTETI, Tax Expenditures, Transparency
The second virtual meeting of the Community of Practice on TaxExpenditures will focus on TE reporting and transparency issues. A mix of expert presentations and experiences from ATI partner countries will delve into best practices, lessons learnt, and common challenges. ... continue reading

Tax Expenditures Country Report: France

| 29 November 2024
Fiscal, Discussion Notes | Tags: France, GTED, GTETI, Tax Expenditures
According to the French Ministry of Finance, tax expenditures have a budgetary cost (revenue forgone) equal to 2.9% of GDP, or 6.8% of the total amount of compulsory levies in France in 2023. ... continue reading

The Role of Parliamentarians in the Management of Tax Expenditures in ECOWAS Member States

| 22 November 2024
Fiscal, Blog | Tags: Africa, ECOWAS, Parliaments, Tax Expenditures
Since 2018, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has introduced reforms to harmonise and improve the management of taxes and duties for the benefit of the Commission and its Member States. ... continue reading