RSM, a provider of assurance, tax and consulting services, hosted its Global Tax Conference for FY2025 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The event brought together tax experts from 49 countries to discuss critical international tax developments shaping the business landscape, the company said.
The conference followed a “strong” year for RSM’s global tax practice, which saw an 11% rise in annual tax revenues.
The three-day event provided a platform for RSM’s global tax specialists to delve into technical areas including mergers and acquisitions, transfer pricing, and global indirect tax, through a series of specialist breakout sessions.
RSM International CEO E.J. Nedder said: “The Global Tax Conference is a powerful opportunity for RSM to unite our global community and leverage our brand, expertise and vision. This enables us to continually strengthen our ability to deliver consistent, high-quality experiences for both our people and our clients.
“This conference is a celebration of collaboration, where innovation drives progress and enhances the value we create. ‘One RSM’ is more than just a theme – it reflects our commitment to shared success and our unwavering dedication to working together as one.”
Delegates at the conference also received forward-looking insights into the tax developments expected to shape the landscape in 2025, RSM said.
The three-day event, held under the theme “One RSM,” explored the issues currently influencing global tax policy.
This covered the OECD’s Pillar 2 framework, including the STTR adoption by developing countries, and the need for businesses to manage rising compliance and tax liabilities in a changing global tax environment.
Commenting on the complexities behind Pillar 2’s implementation, RSM Netherlands director Juan Dosal said: “As countries adopt varying interpretations and timelines for Pillar 2, multinational enterprises (MNEs) face significant compliance complexities, increased audit scrutiny, and the risk of double taxation.
“Some jurisdictions may delay implementation or introduce deviations from the OECD framework, creating a patchwork of rules that escalates operational costs and complicates tax planning.
“To navigate this, MNEs are centralising their Pillar 2 compliance strategies, leveraging advanced technology for real-time reporting, and proactively engaging with tax authorities to resolve ambiguities.
“While divergence in national policies raises concerns about short-term tax competition, there is growing evidence of a shift toward long-term global alignment.
“Initiatives like the EU’s Directive on Administrative Cooperation (DAC9)—which introduces standardised reporting and central filing for MNEs by December 2025—are enhancing data-sharing and reducing administrative burdens.”
