Finance Minister attends PCT Tax and Development Conference in Japan

Grenada’s Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall is leading the nation’s delegation at the prestigious Platform for Collaboration on Tax (PCT) Conference in Tokyo, Japan, from March 2-3, 2026. The high-level gathering at the Tokyo Prince Hotel brings together global tax experts to address critical issues in international taxation systems and development financing.

Minister Cornwall is accompanied by Sheena Lewis, Comptroller of Grenada’s Inland Revenue Division, forming an expert delegation capable of engaging with complex fiscal policy matters. The exclusive conference focuses on enhancing both international and domestic tax frameworks, promoting cooperative taxation approaches, and advancing sustainable development goals through improved Domestic Revenue Mobilization strategies.

The event has drawn participation from over 200 senior officials representing finance ministries, tax authorities, international organizations, and development agencies worldwide. Grenada’s inclusion follows a formal invitation from the PCT Secretariat, recognizing the nation’s recent advancements in tax administration, including the February launch of the innovative GTAX Platform by the Inland Revenue Division.

During the conference, Minister Cornwall and Comptroller Lewis will actively participate in keynote addresses, expert panel discussions, and peer-learning sessions designed to share best practices and strengthen national revenue collection systems. These engagements will provide valuable insights for enhancing Grenada’s fiscal management capabilities.

The Ministry of Finance emphasized that such international collaborations represent strategic priorities for ensuring Grenada’s fiscal framework maintains robustness, transparency, and alignment with global standards. These efforts directly support the nation’s objectives for sustained economic growth and comprehensive national development, positioning Grenada at the forefront of modern tax administration practices.