Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes

24/09/2025 - Zimbabwe hosted the 12th Global Forum Competent Authorities conference on 22-23 September 2025 in Victoria Falls. The event, which brought together 130 participants from 55 jurisdictions, offered officials in charge of exchanging information the opportunity to discuss their practical experiences and identify best practices in international tax co-operation. Jointly organised by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority and the Global Forum on Transparency on Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes (Global Forum), the conference was opened by the Honourable David Mnangangwa, Deputy Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion of Zimbabwe, Ms Regina Chinamasa, Zimbabwe Revenue Authority Commissioner General, and Mrs Josephine Matambo, Zimbabwe Revenue Authority Board Vice Chair.

“Beyond revenue mobilisation, your work strengthens accountability and builds the confidence of citizens in public institutions, assuring them that justice and fairness are not ideals, but realities that can be delivered. Together, we can build a global tax system that is fair, transparent and truly people-centered,” said the Honourable David Mnangangwa. 

Over the two days, the sessions covered practical matters related to the implementation of the standards on transparency and exchange of information for tax purposes (EOI) covering exchange of information on request, automatic exchange of information on financial accounts and on crypto-asset transactions, as well as the related confidentiality and data safeguards requirements.

The meeting highlighted the role Competent Authorities play to strengthen effective international tax co-operation. The interactive format offered participants space and time for fruitful exchanges, as well as for building their professional network.

The Global Forum Secretariat highlighted the latest developments relating to the EOI standards, including the peer review and monitoring processes. The rich catalogue of support and tools available to reinforce their implementation efforts, as well as the practical use of the EOI tools were also presented. Participants debated very practical EOI issues, including the assessment of the foreseeable relevance of information requests. Several Competent Authorities took advantage of an open session to share initiatives, practices, achievements or issues related to EOI, which generated valuable interactions and exchange of views enriching knowledge and communication of the participants.

The Global Forum is the leading multilateral body mandated to ensure that jurisdictions around the world adhere to and effectively implement the standard on transparency and exchange of information on request as well as the standards on automatic exchange of information. These objectives are achieved through a robust monitoring and peer review process. The Global Forum also runs an extensive capacity-building programme to support its members in implementing these standards and help tax authorities make the best use of cross-border information sharing channels.

For more information, please contact gftaxcooperation@oecd.org.