February 21, 2025|
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|10 months agoSwiss Court Blocks Russian Tax Information Request
Federal Court rules against sharing banking information with Russia, citing current geopolitical situation and sanctions, in landmark decision affecting administrative assistance.
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- Swiss Federal Court blocked Russia's request for banking information
- The original request dates back to 2018
- Russia is no longer a member of Council of Europe or party to European Convention on Human Rights
By The Numbers
2022
Year Russia invaded Ukraine
2023
Year case review resumed
They Said
"There is currently no reason to transmit banking information to the Russian Federation"
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Court's Landmark Decision
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