- The 2026 budget statement was delivered by the Minister of Finance on March 16, 2026.
- Proposed tax measures include designating rental cars as “eligible tourism services.”
- Rental cars will be subject to a reduced VAT rate of 10%, provided they generate at least 60% foreign exchange revenue.
Source: kpmg.com
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