Connecting Globally, Shaping the Future of Tax Education: Tax Academy of Singapore at IFA Congress 2026

Tax Academy of Singapore participated in the 78th International Fiscal Association (IFA) Congress, held in Melbourne, Australia, from 18 to 22 October 2026. Bringing together leading tax professionals, policymakers, academics and industry experts from around the world, the Congress provided a platform for exchanging insights on international tax developments, strengthening professional networks and fostering global collaboration.

Engaging with the Global Tax Community

As a major international gathering of tax professionals, the IFA Congress offered valuable opportunities for Tax Academy of Singapore to engage with international counterparts and exchange perspectives on the evolving global tax landscape.

Throughout the Congress, Tax Academy of Singapore reconnected with international counterparts, established new professional relationships and engaged in meaningful discussions with potential partners. These interactions provided opportunities to exchange ideas, explore shared interests and identify possibilities for future collaboration.

Shaping the Future of Tax Education

Ms Eunice Toh, Associate Director of Tax Academy of Singapore, sharing her insights during the panel session

A key highlight was the participation of Ms Eunice Toh, Associate Director of Tax Academy of Singapore, as a panellist in the session "Educating the Tax Professional 2035 - How will AI reshape the tax profession?". Moderated by Professor Sjoerd Douma from the University of Amsterdam, the discussion also featured Mr Sebastiaan de Buck, Professor Diane Ring and Professor Jérôme Monsenego, bringing together international perspectives on the future of tax education.

 The discussion explored how tax education can evolve to prepare professionals for an increasingly complex and technology-driven environment. Drawing on TA's experience in professional education, Eunice shared perspectives on how tax education can move beyond knowledge transfer to nurture critical thinking, practical judgment and lifelong learning, alongside technical tax knowledge. The conversation also highlighted the enduring value of human connections, collaboration and professional networks in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world. The exchange of perspectives among the international panellists provided valuable insights into how educational approaches can adapt to meet the evolving needs of the tax profession. 

Her participation provided an opportunity for Tax Academy of Singapore to contribute to international discussions on the future of tax education, reflecting its commitment to equipping tax professionals with the knowledge, skills and adaptability needed to navigate emerging challenges.

Strengthening International Collaboration

Beyond the conference discussions, the Congress provided opportunities for Tax Academy of Singapore to strengthen relationships with the international tax community and explore avenues for future collaboration. 

These engagements support Tax Academy of Singapore's ongoing efforts to connect government, industry and academia, while bringing international expertise and emerging perspectives and learning opportunities closer to Singapore's tax community. Through meaningful partnerships and knowledge exchange, Tax Academy of Singapore seeks to support continuous professional development and contribute to a future-ready tax profession.

Looking Ahead

Tax Academy of Singapore's participation in the IFA Congress 2026 underscored the importance of international engagement in advancing tax education and preparing professionals for an evolving global tax landscape.

Building on the insights gained and connections strengthened in Melbourne, Tax Academy of Singapore looks forward to deepening global partnerships, facilitating knowledge exchange and creating more opportunities for professional learning and development.

Through these continued efforts, Tax Academy of Singapore remains committed to advancing tax education and developing future-ready tax professionals in Singapore and beyond.