Historic UN tax talks in Nairobi aim to reshape global taxation by 2027
For the first time in history, nearly every government gathered in 2025 to negotiate a new global tax system. The talks took place in Nairobi under the UN Framework Convention on International Tax Cooperation (UNFCITC), with all UN member states present—except the USA. The goal is to finalise a worldwide tax framework by mid-2027, marking a major shift in how countries cooperate on taxation.
The negotiations in Kenya saw strong support from African nations pushing for fairer tax rules. Meanwhile, the European Union expressed reservations, and large economies like Germany took a cautious approach. Critics noted Germany’s lack of clear leadership, particularly on issues such as environmental taxation and taxing the ultra-wealthy.
The UN convention represents the first time all governments, apart from the USA, have jointly negotiated global tax standards. If successful, the new system could reshape how countries tax corporations and wealthy individuals by 2027. Meanwhile, research from groups like the Tax Justice Network continues to expose gaps in transparency and fairness within the current system.
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