- Philippines is behind other countries in implementing a 12% VAT on digital transactions
- Senate Bill No. 2528 aims to require foreign online streaming platforms to pay VAT
- At least 15 countries already have laws on digital service taxes
- Digital taxes could level the playing field between online and conventional businesses
- Implementing digital taxes may make services more expensive for consumers
- The government expects to earn P83.3 billion in revenue from 2024 to 2028 through this measure
- Enforcing the measure on nonresident personalities may be a challenge
Source: bworldonline.com
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