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Tarun Bajaj appointed chair of US-India tax forum
Tarun Bajaj was a member of the 1988 IAS batch
Former IAS officer appointed to Chair USISPF / HUL
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) announced that former Revenue Secretary and former Secretary of Economic Affairs to the Government of India, Tarun Bajaj, will lead the US-India Tax Forum as its new chairperson.
Launched in 2020 by USISPF, the tax forum brings together Government of India policymakers, global tax experts, and the business community at large to advocate for better tax policy. It allows member companies to discuss tax issues with relevant government officials in the US-India corridor, the future of taxation, and how businesses and governments can work together globally to make doing business easier.
Bajaj, who assumed the role of advisor to the USISPF board of directors at in January 2024, expressed his honor in leading the forum. He talked about his commitment to strengthening the institution’s effectiveness and engagement with stakeholders.
“I am honored to lead the US-India Tax Forum under the auspices of USISPF. It’s a pleasure to have joined USISPF as Advisor to the Board this year, and in my new role, I look forward to making my contribution to make the US-India Tax Forum a robust and effective institution that companies can rely on and an institution that can engage effectively with all the stakeholders, “ he said in a statement.
As a member of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) of the 1988 batch, Haryana Cadre, Bajaj’s career included service as Revenue Secretary for the Government of India (GoI) until November 2022. He also contributed to stabilizing the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime. Moreover, Bajaj also played a role in formulating the GoI’s economic response to the pandemic.
Mukesh Aghi, president and CEO of USISPF, highlighted Bajaj’s expertise in finance and taxation. “With his extensive experience and profound expertise in finance and taxation, Tarun stands as an ideal candidate to steer our efforts forward. His adept leadership in shaping fiscal and tax policies and navigating intricate economic terrains will fortify our mission of nurturing strong economic bonds between the United States and India,” he said.
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