Bert Bouwen

Area of expertise

Tax law.

Biography

Bert Bouwen is an advisor with the Special Tax Inspectorate (STI). He is responsible for the national coordination of the STI's multidisciplinary investigation teams and also participates in these investigations in his capacity as an officer of the Judicial Police (OGP). In cooperation with the Federal Judicial Police, he is involved in criminal investigations into serious tax fraud and money laundering.

Research

Bert conducts research at the intersection of tax law, criminal law and enforcement, with a particular focus on combating tax fraud, multidisciplinary tax investigation teams (MOTEMs), and the development of specialised structures for fiscal investigations.

Functions within the VUB

Bert supports the department in promoting the Master's specialisation in Tax Law and contributes to academic activities, including the review and assessment of master's theses.