How to Tax the Digital Economy

Explore the complex issue of taxing the digital economy in this 44-minute panel discussion from DAVOS 2020. Delve into the challenges posed by trillions of dollars held in offshore corporate tax havens and the ongoing debate among 135 countries to address tax challenges in an increasingly digitalized global economy. Learn from experts including Stephen Carroll, Katharina Pistor, Angel Gurría, Bruno Le Maire, and Delia Ferreira Rubio as they discuss topics such as corruption, enforceability of global tax rules, concerns for developing countries, regulation of big tech, minimum taxation, and the pursuit of a level playing field. Gain insights into the potential impact on Sustainable Development Goals, the role of accounting firms, and the search for fair solutions in modernizing tax rules for the digital age.

Intro
Is this a corruption issue
Will digital companies ever pay this tax
US issues with the OECD plan
The rules should be global
Is it enforceable
Concerns
The man on the street
Developing countries unable to compete
Regulation of big tech
Minimum taxation
Level playing field
Sustainable Development Goals
Accounting Firms
Incentives
Fair solution
Will 2020 be the year