taxation: understanding its impact and recent changes taxes play a crucial role in shaping the economy and funding essential public services. recently, adjustments to tax policies have sparked discussions among policymakers and citizens alike. this article explores the implications of these changes and what they mean for individuals and businesses.

Shein, Temu, AliExpress: a €3 fee on small packages set to be introduced soon — details and timeline

Packages ordered from Shein, Temu, or AliExpress will soon face a new €3 customs fee. European countries reached a consensus on this measure on Friday, December 13, 2025, as a way to curb the overwhelming influx of cheap Chinese products into the Union. How will this new tax be implemented, and when will it take effect? here’s everything you need to know.

Paris: paid parking for scooters and motorbikes starting from 2022

Starting from 2022, scooter and motorbikes will now have to pay for parking in Paris. Announced a while ago, this measure has been presented this Tuesday June 15, 2021 by David Belliard - Anne Hidalgo's deputy entrusted with transport and mobility. In all, 120,000 parking spots will disappear to give "more nature and more space to pedestrians and cyclists".