Meeting of Revenue Heads and Tax Experts of BRICS Countries

Meeting of the BRICS Heads of Revenue and Tax Experts held at Hangzhou, China

Question-Where was the meeting of Revenue heads of BRICS countries concluded during 25-27 July, 2017?
(A) St. Petersburg
(B) Rio De Geneiro
(C) Hangzhou
(D) New Delhi
Ans: (c)
Related facts:-

  • The meeting ofthe Revenue Heads and Tax Experts of BRICS countrieswas held in Hangzhou, China from 25-27 July, 2017.
  • Indian delegation was led by India’s Revenue Secretary Dr. Hasmukh Adhia.
  • BRICS countries’ Heads of Revenue Meeting appreciated GST Reforms introduced in India.
  • In the meeting BRICS countries revenue chiefs and tax experts discussed topics of contemporary international tracks.
  • A Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) in respect of tax matters identifying areas of cooperation, namely, coordination in International Forums, Capacity building, Experience sharing and regular interaction was also signed by the BRICS Heads of Revenue.

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