Yesterday, European Family Businesses’ Executive board had the opportunity to discuss several timely topics with three European Commission officials from the Directorate General on Taxation and Customs Union Ms Ioana Diaconescu, Head of Unit for Corporate Taxation, Ms Astrid van Mierlo Head of Unit for Indirect Taxation and tax administration – Economic Analysis and Taxation of Exempted Sectors and Mr Wout van Leuvenhaege, Policy Officer for Corporate Taxation Initiatives.
During the discussion the Debt-Equity Bias Reduction Allowance (which is stuck at the Council level and will be withdrawn this year), the upcoming Omnibus on Taxation, the updates to the Shareholders rights, the 28th regime, the recent changes in the Carbon Boarder Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) along with the expected evaluation by the end of 2027 and the scheduled business transfers recommendation were discussed.
This exchange highlighted the need for businesses to communicate at national level with their governments on these topics to contribute awareness of the real impact felt by not only administrative burden, but also regarding the practical difficulties of operating a business within the single market.
Mr Jesús Casado, EFB’s Secretary General highlighted that “Family businesses of all sizes play a vital role in sustaining rural communities. As long-term employers and taxpayers, they contribute consistently to local economies. Their multi-generational presence ensures ongoing contribution to the tax system—not just short-term, but enduring support. This is why family business ownership matters.”