Shakira settles case with tax authorities in Spain ‘for her kids’

“While I was determined to defend my innocence in a trial that my lawyers were confident would have ruled in my favour, I have made the decision to finally resolve this matter with the best interest of my kids at heart"

Colombian performer Shakira arrives at court in Barcelona, Spain. Picture: AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti

Shakira has said that she has resolved a long-running tax dispute with Spanish authorities.

The 46-year-old singer had previously been charged with tax evasion and had attended the first day of her trial in Barcelona on Monday.