Minister Sri Mulyani Outlines Steps To Enhance The Tax Ratio

The government is actively implementing various improvements to enhance the tax ratio. This initiative involves structural reforms aimed at facilitating tax administration. "We are continuously taking steps to improve the tax ratio, focusing on administrative enhancements in taxation, including deregulation measures," stated Finance Minister Sri Mulyani during a press conference following the Financial System Stability Committee (KSSK) II meeting on April 24, 2025.  

During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, 2020, and 2021, the tax ratio declined due to many industries being inactive. In 2023, Indonesia's tax ratio was recorded at 10.31%, a decrease from 10.39% in 2022. Over the three consecutive years from 2019 to 2021, the tax ratios were 9.77% (2019), 8.33% (2020), and 9.12% (2021). As of October 2025, the tax ratio stands at 10.02% of GDP. The Ministry of Finance has also implemented the Core Tax Administration System (CTAS) to enhance service delivery for taxpayers. Simultaneously, the Ministry has simplified the tax refund process and expedited tax audits.  

"For customs, the determination of customs value will utilize a price range valuation to ensure certainty and eliminate import quotas for streamlined import management," explained Minister Sri Mulyani. The government is also leveraging digital technology to improve the accuracy of transaction recording, thereby ensuring compliance with tax regulations. The Ministry of Finance is reforming its services to the public, which enhances certainty and simplification, ultimately promoting higher compliance. 

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