On Thursday 24 November, the European Parliament gave its support to the European Commission's approach to the VAT regime, adding its voice to the calls for a regime based on the country of destination.
Parliament's support was expressed in the adoption of the legislative regulation submitted by Germany's Werner Langen (EPP), by 459 votes in favour, 87 against and 74 abstentions, at the plenary session in Strasbourg.
"VAT is a consumption tax which has to be paid by the final consumer. VAT...