THE Commissioner General is pleased to welcome a team of international tax administration experts to Papua New Guinea to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Internal Revenue Commission’s (IRC) reforms and performance over the past five years.
The TADAT (Tax Administration Diagnostic Assessment Tool) team comprises representatives from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Bank, and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Leading the team is Ms. Doris Akol, a highly respected former Commissioner General of the Uganda Revenue Authority and a seasoned IMF expert based in Washington, D.C.
This marks the IRC’s second TADAT assessment, following the inaugural evaluation conducted in late 2019, shortly after the Commissioner General assumed office. That initial assessment was instrumental in identifying key performance gaps and has since guided strategic reforms that have significantly strengthened the IRC’s operations over the past five years.
With the Commissioner General nearing the end of his five-year term, this follow-up assessment is a vital milestone. Reflecting on its significance, the Commissioner General stated:
“I invited this independent evaluation to provide an objective view of our progress and achievements. It is an opportunity to validate the strides we’ve made in modernizing our tax administration and to identify areas for further enhancement as we strive to build a more robust, efficient, and modern IRC.”
In addition to assessing the IRC’s internal tax administration functions, the TADAT team will engage with external stakeholders, including tax practitioners, the business community, and other key institutions. This inclusive approach ensures a well-rounded understanding of the IRC’s impact and performance.
The TADAT assessment underscores the IRC’s unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement, aligning with its mission to support Papua New Guinea’s sustainable development.
