Ethiopia’s New VAT Directive: Selective Approach Over Blanket Exemption

• Ethiopia has issued a directive abandoning blanket VAT exemption
• The new approach will be selective in granting VAT exemptions
• This change is aimed at improving tax collection and increasing revenue
• The government hopes that this new directive will help boost the economy and reduce reliance on foreign aid.

Source: research.ibfd.org

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