Understanding Wealth Taxation in Sri Lanka: An Introduction
As wealth inequality increases globally, sentiments in favour of taxing the wealthiest in society continue to gain momentum. Although Sri Lanka experimented with taxes on wealth shortly after its independence, many of these measures have since been abolished. There are only a few minor taxes on assets at present, and these contribute little to government revenue. This begs the question: What should taxing wealth look like for Sri Lanka?
Arutha’s newest publication “Understanding Wealth Taxation in Sri Lanka: An Introduction” explores these questions and more.
