Minister for Finance, Esrom Immanuel says he has sought clarifications from the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service CEO, Udit Singh a few times regarding the departure of the taxpayer who is allegedly linked to the $20 million tax fraud.
Immanuel says he has been asking for explanations as this is very concerning.
He says he has been informed that there were two letters signed off and sent to the Immigration Department - one revoking the Departure Prohibition Order followed by an immediate new order to prohibit the taxpayer from leaving the country.
The Minister says he has been assured that an investigation is also underway.
Immanuel says they are also looking at tax recovery measures for the taxpayer.
The taxpayer is a naturalized Fiji citizen and is also a Chinese national.
The Finance Minister further says the FRCS Board also discusses the large amount of taxes being owed by some people, and to ensure there is timely and appropriate action.
