【环球财经】巴西财长：消费税改革将使国家走出税制混乱

Core Viewpoint - The Brazilian Finance Minister Fernando Haddad emphasized that advancing a consumption tax reform centered on Value Added Tax (VAT) is crucial for overcoming the current tax system chaos in Brazil [1] Tax System Issues - Brazil's current consumption tax levels are excessively high, and the system is complex and inefficient [1] - The World Bank assessed 190 tax systems, placing Brazil among the bottom ten [1] Benefits of VAT Implementation - Introducing VAT is expected to significantly improve Brazil's tax ranking [1] - Consumption tax reform will help reduce overall tax pressure, enhance economic transparency and fairness, and lay the foundation for sustainable economic development in Brazil [1] Long-term Tax Strategy - Without addressing VAT, Brazil will never be able to lower its tax burden [1] - VAT can alleviate the tax burden on investment and exports, balance tax burdens across different industries, end tax wars between states, reduce tax evasion, and expand the tax base [1] - A clear understanding of consumption and income tax rates is necessary to achieve a more reasonable fiscal balance [1]