The Polish parliament has approved an extension of the reduced VAT rates introduced as part of the Anti-Inflation Shield 2.0. Previously scheduled to expire on 31 July 2022, the following are extended to 31 October 2022: The 8% VAT rate on fuels The VAT zero rate for: basic foods products gas (natural gas); and fertilizer for agricultural production; The 5% VAT rate for electricity and heating (thermal energy) In addition to the VAT rate reductions, excise duty and sales tax relief measures are also extended to 31 October 2022, including an exemption from excise duty for residential electricity, a reduction...