European Commission Prioritises Tax Simplification and Plans to Withdraw Several Corporate Tax Harmonisation Initiatives
The European Commission has announced a shift in its direct taxation priorities through its 2027 Work Programme, adopted on 4 November 2026. The institution intends to focus its efforts on simplifying the tax rules applicable to businesses and reducing administrative burdens, while proposing the withdrawal of several legislative initiatives designed to advance corporate tax harmonisation across the European Union.
