The Chairman of the Federal and Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and the President of the Commonwealth Association of Tax Administrators (CATA), Zacch Adedeji PhD, has called for increased capacity building to strengthen Tax administration processes among members of the Association.
He made this call while addressing members of the Association at a meeting on Wednesday, April 24,2024 in London, United Kingdom.
He explained that expanding the capacity of tax personnel of CATA member countries would empower them to deal with the challenges that have negatively impacted the tax administration landscape globally.
Key Highlights
- Further adoption of technology in improving tax processes whilst taking note of the opportunies it presents and the threats it poses
- Discussions around Pillar 1 and Pillar 2 of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), has the potential to redefine international tax rules
- The landmark tax convention resolution at the United Nations (UN) Assembly has underscored the importance of International cooperation and inclusivity of all in addressing tax challenges
Adedeji commended member countries that have agreed to host the Association’s programmes in 2024, indicating the importance of cooperation among member countries and the commitment to executing the strategic plan set to assist the Association.
