The Federal Tax Authority has signed a new cooperation agreement with China’s State Taxation Administration, setting the stage for deeper collaboration and stronger alignment between the two countries’ tax systems.
The Memorandum of Understanding was signed in Dubai by Khalid Ali Al Bustani, Director General of the Federal Tax Authority, and Jinglin Hu, Commissioner of the State Taxation Administration of China. The agreement aims to expand joint work in taxation and reinforce the growing relationship between both authorities.
The signing took place at the FTA headquarters and brought together representatives from both sides. Officials noted that the deal supports the FTA strategy to build strategic partnerships at regional and international levels.
Under the agreement, the two authorities will exchange expertise, technical knowledge, and insights on best practices in the tax sector. The MoU also includes coordination on development proposals, shared information on new tax policies, and the organisation of official visits and meetings.
The FTA said the collaboration will help shape effective frameworks for cooperation while supporting broader goals to promote transparency and strengthen compliance within the UAE’s tax environment. The partnership is also expected to enhance the digital transformation of tax administration and expand training opportunities.
According to the FTA, the MoU opens new prospects for long term cooperation with China and reinforces efforts to improve the quality of tax services through advanced technologies. The exchange of knowledge is expected to boost competitiveness and further elevate the UAE’s global standing in digital tax administration.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
