Qatar Participates in 6th OECD Global Forum on VAT in Paris to Align Tax Transparency

A big milestone in the international economic strategy of the State of Qatar was the recent attendance of the 6 th OECD Global forum on VAT, which took place in Paris between January 26 and 28, 2026. The Qatari delegation, headed by the President of the General Tax Authority Khalifa bin Jassim Al-Jaham Al-Kuwari, attended to the development of consumption taxes together with more than 100 jurisdictions. This high-level engagement underscores Qatar’s dedication to adopting modern fiscal standards and fostering a robust, transparent financial environment that aligns with the rapid shifts in the global digital economy and e-commerce.

Advancing Tax Transparency through Global Collaboration

Qatar’s involvement in the forum highlights its proactive stance on tax transparency. Through the OECD, the country will streamline its home systems to fight tax evasion and create a level field to business operations. Conferences aimed at the application of the International VAT/GST Guidelines to control inter-country trading.

Modernizing Systems for Digital Economy Challenges

A core objective of the delegation was to explore innovative solutions for the digital economy. The discussion forum was used to discuss the effects of crypto-assets and artificial intelligence on tax administration. Qatar remains committed to integrating these insights to enhance its domestic tax systems, ensuring they remain resilient and efficient in an increasingly digitized world. for more news updates, visit our Gulf Independent News page.