VoxDev Development Economics

S6 Ep13: Profit shifting hits developing countries hardest

Apr 2, 2025
Ludvig Wier, author of a pivotal International Growth Centre report and a key figure in the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, delves into the complex world of corporate profit shifting. He reveals how multinational corporations exploit low-tax jurisdictions, severely impacting tax revenues in developing countries. Wier discusses AI's potential to aid overwhelmed tax offices and highlights global initiatives aimed at diminishing the allure of tax havens. The conversation uncovers the vast disparities in tax compliance and the urgent need for equitable tax solutions.
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