Smotrich seeks to roll back tax hikes on plasticware, sweetened drinks, in 1st move as minister

In his first decision as finance minister, Smotrich reportedly instructs officials to roll back the tax hikes on single-use plasticware and sweetened drinks that were put in place by the previous government.

The decision is announced following Smotrich’s first meeting with top officials in his ministry.

Ultra-Orthodox Israelis perceived the tax hike as targeting them in particular, due to their reliance on such products.

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