The Effect of Anti-Avoidance Provisions Regarding the Promotion of Innovation: Considerations from a Tax Policy Perspective

Abstract

The goal of this paper is to explore different possibilities addressed to counteract tax avoidance or aggressive tax planning, pointing out their impact on fiscal measures designed to foster technological innovation. Research and Innovation are a key factor in economic growth and job creation. Governments may foster scientific activities through the tax system. However, such tax measures may lead to base erosion and profit shifting. The author tackles different options in order to keep a fair balance between the protection of the domestic tax bases and the promotion of innovation.