This book investigates the global landscape of international tax disputes arising from double tax conventions. It provides a comprehensive overview of 35 pivotal tax treaty cases decided worldwide in 2017, offering a systematic comparison of interpretive and application methods across different jurisdictions. The authors, a distinguished group of international tax experts, present this analysis to address a significant gap in the literature on tax treaty case law. The book serves as an essential reference for understanding the evolving application and interpretation of tax treaties in an increasingly globalized economy.

The book is presented as a unique and valuable resource for its global overview of tax treaty disputes, filling a perceived gap in existing literature. Its systematic structure is highlighted as facilitating efficient study and comparison of diverse legal approaches. The work is positioned as a crucial reference tool for professionals and academics engaged with international tax law, particularly given the growing significance of tax treaties.