- President-elect Nicusor Dan stated there will be no increase in the 5 percent and 9 percent VAT rates.
- He described potential VAT increases as theoretical and not considering factors like tax evasion and reduced consumption.
- He is working to ensure the 19 percent VAT rate is not increased.
- Increasing consumption taxes can lead to evasion and reduced consumption.
- Eliminating the 9 percent rate for basic foods is not being considered.
- The 5 percent rate applies to energy and other items, while the 9 percent rate applies to basic foods and other categories.
- There is no plan to increase the rates from 5 to 19 percent or from 9 to 19 percent.
Source: actmedia.eu
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