The Global Tax Tug-of-War: France’s Citizenship Taxation Dilemma

July 31, 2024 - Participants include:

 

Tim Symth - @TPSymth01

John Richardson - @ExpatriationLaw

Laura Snyder: - @TAPInternation (providing the reason for the podcast)

 

Prologue:

A message rom Laura Snyder:

 

https://x.com/TAPInternation/status/1818299155275563265

 

AI description:

 

"In this episode, John Richardson from Toronto, Canada, reconnects with Tim Smyth from Boston to discuss the intriguing topic of citizenship-based taxation. As a long-time advocate for residency-based taxation for Americans abroad, Tim brings his insights on the recent political buzz in France about adopting citizenship-based taxation similar to the United States.

John and Tim delve into the historical context of tax treaties, the implications of France's extensive network of treaties, and why these treaties pose significant obstacles to France's proposed tax policy. They also explore the potential consequences for global tax sovereignty and the United States' unique position in the world of international taxation.

Tune in to understand the complexities behind France's ambitious tax proposal, the legal and constitutional challenges it faces, and the broader implications for global mobility and taxation."