Kouchouk: Automation has strengthened our ability to build a relationship of trust, partnership, and certainty with the tax community

Simplifying and digitizing procedures reduces the cost of voluntary compliance and attracts new taxpayers
Optimal use of technological solutions enhances the quality of tax services and protects the rights of our partners
We are building qualified human capacities to operate advanced electronic systems for the benefit of the tax community
A strong channel of effective communication has been established with taxpayers to clarify ongoing reform efforts

 

 

Washington – October 2025
Egypt’s Minister of Finance, Ahmed Kouchouk, affirmed that electronic tax systems have greatly facilitated procedures for taxpayers and helped expand the tax base. He noted that automation has enhanced the government’s ability to build a relationship of “trust, partnership, and certainty” with the tax community.

 

Speaking during the “Digital Transformation in Tax Administration” session held as part of the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington, Kouchouk stated that simplifying and digitizing procedures contribute to lowering the cost of voluntary compliance and attracting new taxpayers. He emphasized the importance of making optimal use of technological solutions to improve the quality of tax services and safeguard the rights of all partners.

 

The Minister added that the government is focused on building well-qualified human cadres capable of operating advanced electronic systems in service of the tax community. He also highlighted the creation of a robust and effective communication pathway with taxpayers to clearly explain the ongoing reform measures and their positive impacts.