Quijano & Associates had the honor of participating of the XVI IFA LATAM Regional Congress, one of the region’s leading international tax conferences, held this year in Antigua, Guatemala. Our firm was represented by partner Julio Quijano and associate Valerie Barrios, who actively participated in the various sessions and discussions alongside renowned tax experts, government authorities, academics, and legal professionals from across Latin America.

Throughout the conference, participants addressed highly relevant and timely issues in the field of international taxation, with the main topics focusing on international double taxation in VAT and the relationship between international taxation and human rights. These discussions provided valuable insights into the challenges faced by Latin American jurisdictions in an increasingly globalized environment characterized by evolving regulations, digitalization, and enhanced international tax transparency standards.

The program also featured specialized panels and parallel seminars covering trends and developments currently shaping the international tax landscape. Among the topics discussed were:

• Valuation of intangibles and its implications for property transfers.
• Trends in multilateral initiatives in international taxation.
• The evolution of international tax standards and their impact on Central America, Panama, and the Dominican Republic.
• Digital platforms as tax intermediaries.
• Thin capitalization rules and international financing.
• Cryptocurrency taxation and regulatory developments.
• Automatic exchange of information and international cooperation.
• Transfer pricing and tax litigation.
• Artificial intelligence in tax procedures and audits.
• Tax incentives in Latin America and broader tax policy matters.

The event also provided an important platform for exchanging perspectives and experiences regarding the technical, regulatory, and practical challenges faced by multinational companies and tax administrations throughout the region.

The participation of Julio Quijano and Valerie Barrios in IFA LATAM 2026 reaffirms Quijano & Associates’ commitment to continuous professional development, strategic analysis, and active engagement in international forums that contribute to strengthening tax practice and delivering innovative solutions for clients in an evolving global environment.