European Commission
West to cut some Russian banks off from Swift
27 Feb 2022
The EU, US and their allies have agreed to cut off a number of Russian banks from the main international payment system, Swift.
US Ambassador on why US didn't sign the Christchurch Call
16 May 2019
The US has snubbed the Christchurch Call, saying that while it endorses its overarching goals, it cannot sign up to the pledge. Political reporter Yvette McCullogh asked US Ambassador to NZ, Scott… Audio
Govt urged to review tax laws after Apple decision
1 Sep 2016
The government is being urged to swiftly review tax laws to make sure multinationals, such as Apple, are paying their fair share.
NZ eyes Europe's €13bn tax ruling against Apple
31 Aug 2016
A ruling that Apple should pay €13 billion in back taxes to Ireland has renewed scrutiny of the tech company's tax arrangements in New Zealand.
Europe's 'unfair' Apple tax ruling sparks US anger
31 Aug 2016
There has been widespread criticism in the US of the European Commission's ruling that Apple should pay up to €13bn in back taxes.