| "A stepping stone towards promoting tax governance for developing as well as for advanced economies" |
| Let me begin by congratulating you with your initiative of establishing a Tax Governance Programme, an endeavor that will inevitably be a stepping stone towards promoting tax governance for developing as well as for advanced economies. You have our full commitment in this regard, and we are eager to share your excitement. We strive to fully support your programme's initiative as it provides ample exposure to best tax systems and principles, and tax reform in general around the world. In this regard, I am certain of the practical impacts of the programme's content in its ability to translate theoretical tax principles into reality, as well as in promoting tax governance in developing countries. I am confident that we will mutually benefit from the intended programme that incorporates educational, research-led, and public governance activity. I am also confident that such joint cooperation between the Ministry and an extensively experienced director of the programme shall be of immediate and direct benefit for the Ministry's tax officials. |
| Dr. Youssef Boutros-Ghali, Minister of Finance, Egypt. |
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