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Value Added Tax: a Popular Instrument for Politics – but at What Price?

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Army upgrades, the 13th pension, transportation. Value-added tax (VAT) is appealing to politicians – but it's also controversial. Some call it a "tax vulture." 20 Minuten explains why this particular revenue stream is so popular – and what the alternatives would be.
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Value Added Tax: a Popular Instrument for Politics – but at What Price?

Army upgrades, the 13th pension, transportation. Value-added tax (VAT) is appealing to politicians – but it's also controversial. Some call it a "tax vulture." 20 Minuten explains why this particular revenue stream is so popular – and what the alternatives would be.

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20 Minuten broke the news in on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
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