International Tax Conference
MINIMUM AND DIGITAL TAXATION:
Consensus or Divide?
April 13, 2021
Introduction
Global discussions on how to fundamentally reshape the international tax architecture are ongoing, with the Inclusive Framework now focusing on two pillars aimed at (i) addressing issues of taxation in the digital economy; and (ii) introducing an effective global minimum tax. At the same time, unilateral proposals have been introduced or are contemplated to address these issues, e.g. in the form of taxes on digital services and specific types of minimum taxation. This raises important questions for developing countries: How will an agreed global minimum tax affect them? What should be their domestic tax policy response? How should developing countries assess the different proposals for taxing digital services? The conference will bring together experts, policy makers and stakeholders to discuss these issues.Agenda
Program
TUESDAY, April 13, 2021 8:00–10:30 a.m. EST7:30 a.m. 8:00-8:05 a.m. Welcome by Organizers 8:05–8:15 a.m. Michael Keen (IMF) and Marcello Estevão (WBG)
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What Will Be the Impact of Internationally Agreed Minimum Taxation on Developing Countries? |
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8:15–8:30a.m. Cory Hillier (IMF) |
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8:30–9:05 a.m. This panel will discuss the impact of the different aspects of Pillar Two on revenue, investment, and tax competition. It will elaborate on how developing countries will potentially respond to Pillar Two with domestic legislation. MODERATOR: Chiara Bronchi (WBG) |
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9:05–9:20 a.m. |
9:20–9:25 a.m.
Break - Presentation of new IMF Book on International Taxation
Digital Service Taxes in Developing Countries |
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9:25–9:40 a.m. Ana Cebreiro Gomez (WBG) | Presentation |
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9:40–10:15 a.m. This panel will discuss the economic effects of proposals to tax digital services; the implications of the Art. 12b UN tax treaty proposal for developing countries; and the ATAF guidance on the introduction of digital services taxes in African countries. MODERATOR: Victoria Perry (IMF) |
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10:15–10:30 a.m. |