Title: Maximizing State revenue: Harmonization of tax exemptions at the center of concerns
Introduction :
With the aim of strengthening State revenues and combating fraudulent exemptions which cause considerable financial losses, the General Inspectorate of Finance (IGF) recently organized a working session with the General Directorate of Customs and Excise (DGDA ) and the National Agency for the Promotion of Investments (ANAPI). The objective of this meeting was to evaluate the methods of controlling tax exemptions linked to the Investment Code. This initiative is part of a desire to guarantee the fairness and effectiveness of the exemptions granted, while ensuring compliance with the laws and regulations in force.
An essential collaboration for convincing results:
At the request of the DGDA, the IGF invited various stakeholders such as the Directorate General of Taxes (DGI) and representatives of the Ministries of Finance and Planning, in order to harmonize points of view on the terms of tax exemptions. linked to the Investment Code. This collaboration between the different entities is crucial to ensure a coherent and effective approach to the control of tax exemptions.
Harmonization of points of view for better management of exemptions:
During the meeting, the Director General of the DGDA, Bernard Kabese, underlined the importance of supporting the IGF in controlling exemptions, particularly on the customs cordon. However, it was essential to harmonize views regarding the exemptions granted under the investment plan. The main objective is to ensure the speed and compliance of exemption procedures, while guaranteeing the presence of an effective control filter.
The challenges to be met for rigorous management:
Presenting the elements that led to this harmonization, the deputy head of department of the IGF, Victor Batubenga, highlighted certain recurring problems concerning exemptions. Indeed, it happens that certain sectors benefit from exemptions to which they should not be entitled, while products which should not appear in the interministerial decrees are nevertheless included. The IGF therefore undertakes not to validate such exemptions which go against the regulations in force.
The importance of collaboration with ANAPI:
As part of efforts to strengthen the control of tax exemptions, the IGF expressed its wish to facilitate the validation of ANAPI exemptions at the level of its services. Close collaboration with ANAPI would ensure rigorous management of exemptions, while facilitating the control process and avoiding potential fraud and abuse..
Conclusion :
The harmonization of tax exemptions linked to the Investment Code is essential to maximize State revenue and fight against tax fraud. Collaboration between the IGF, the DGDA, ANAPI and other stakeholders is crucial to guarantee rigorous management of exemptions and ensure compliance with the laws and regulations in force. By harmonizing points of view and strengthening controls, it will be possible to guarantee tax fairness and maximize state resources.