- The EU may tie part of its €90 billion aid package to Ukraine to tax-law changes demanded by the IMF, including VAT on more international parcels.
- Ukraine would need to pass legislation expanding the list of imported parcels taxed at 20% VAT to unlock the funds.
- Payments could arrive in tranches: one in June, another in September, and a final one by year-end if reforms are completed.
- The proposal is unpopular in Ukraine, and lawmakers say there may not be enough votes to pass it in parliament.
- The finance ministry says it is still finalizing the EU loan agreement, while the tax reform also aligns with Ukraine’s EU accession requirements.
Source: news.dtkt.ua
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