Laos Focuses on Tax Cooperation at BRITACOF, Emphasizing Digitalization and International Links
Laos participated in the 7th Belt and Road Initiative Tax Administration Cooperation Forum (BRITACOF) in Indonesia, discussing tax digitalization, taxpayer services, and multilateral cooperation. The forum focused on frameworks for tax administration and service improvements in the digital economy, with Laos aiming to deepen international tax collaboration.
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