What Do We Know and What Should We Do About Tax Justice?

"Overall this book covers a good deal of ground, summarising the authors work, in both the academic field as well as in practice and in understanding the relationship between firms and governments. It also for example highlights the unequal nature of the bargaining arrangements between firms and tax authorities, and the need, for reasons discussed above to end secrecy, not only at the level of the firm, but from banks, and also (typically big 4) auditors and the advice they give on tax avoidance. Overall therefore, Cobham provides an excellent, thought provoking overview of these issues, with many examples that even the casual reader would find interesting. -- Professor Nigel Driffield * LinkedIn * Cobham′s analysis unveils compelling dimensions of tax justice, supported by insightful data seamlessly presented in charts and tables. The book transcends its initial goal of offering ""a guided tour of the issues and evidence"", evolving into a profound exploration of the interconnected realms of taxation, justice, and development. Through this exploration, readers gain a profound understanding of the evolving landscape of contemporary taxation systems and their contradictory impacts at both domestic and international contexts. What emerges unequivocally is the book′s plea for urgent reform as a prerequisite for achieving social justice. The narrative deftly underscores the pressing need to address the inequities perpetuated by the abuse of tax systems, both within nations and amongst them, emphasizing the imperative role of fair tax policies in meeting the basic needs of citizens across the spectrum of economic disparities. In adhering to the standards of the ""What Do We Know and What Should We Do About...?"" series, the book achieves its objective of providing a concise, up-to-date overview of a critical issue. But the book not only informs, it also calls for action in the face of the contemporary challenges posed by the evolving landscape of taxation and its implications for global social justice. -- Dr Iyabo Masha * email *"