Summary
Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the U.S. from the OECD global corporate tax deal, which set a 15% minimum tax rate on multinationals.
This move threatens Ireland, which relies heavily on corporate tax revenue from U.S. firms.
Trump also plans to retaliate against countries imposing “extraterritorial” taxes on U.S. businesses.
EU officials, including Ireland, expressed concern but emphasized their commitment to the tax reforms.
The decision risks escalating U.S.-EU tensions, with fears of trade tariffs and broader economic fallout.
I’m not sure whether I understand this. By DT signing the withdrawal, US companies now will be able to have a lower tax rate than 15% in Ireland? Or that by signing it, the companies will push for a lower rate and threat with leaving if the country doesn’t comply?
Second one