- Reducing VAT from 12% to 10% aims to make the Philippines more regionally competitive and aligns with the constitutional mandate for a progressive tax system.
- The current 12% VAT is the highest in Southeast Asia, with neighboring countries imposing lower rates.
- Lowering VAT is expected to boost consumer spending and stimulate the economy by increasing purchasing power.
- The Department of Finance opposes the reduction, citing concerns over significant revenue loss and potential fiscal deficits.
- Increased market activity from lower VAT could offset some revenue loss, as higher consumption may generate more VAT collections.
Source: bdblaw.com.ph
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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