As we step into 2025, I extend my warmest wishes for a prosperous and fulfilling year ahead. The dawn of a new year offers an opportunity to reflect on our shared achievements and to chart a course toward an even brighter future for our association.
A defining moment in 2024 was the successful convening of the 16th CATA General Meeting in Mauritius, where we launched the new CATA website. This website is more than just a digital platform—it is a symbol of our collective progress and a tool to enhance connectivity, knowledge-sharing, and capacity-building across our member countries.
During the General Meeting, we also laid a solid foundation for CATA’s sustainability by approving a fair and equitable membership subscription fee structure. This vital step ensures that every member country contributes its fair share, allowing us to build a financially robust association capable of delivering impactful programs and services. Equally significant was the adoption of the debt recovery and reset policy, which seeks not only to recover arrears but to re-engage with all our members. By upholding these commitments, we strengthen our collective ability to address the challenges faced by tax administrations across the Commonwealth.
Looking ahead, our work in 2025 will be guided by CATA’s vision: To be the most vibrant and broad-based intergovernmental tax organisation, recognised for promoting excellence in tax administration and using the Commonwealth networks for effective delivery of capacity-building initiatives to its members. This vision reflects the strength of our collaboration and our shared determination to build modern, resilient, and inclusive tax systems that leave no member behind.
I am deeply grateful to the CATA Management Committee, Executive Directors, Secretariat, members, and partners for your unwavering support and dedication. Together, we will continue to harness the power of the Commonwealth network to drive progress, delivering meaningful outcomes for all members.
Let us approach 2025 with determination, optimism, and a renewed commitment to our shared vision. Wishing you all a successful and inspiring year ahead!
Warm regards,
Dr. Abu Tariq Jamaluddin