This implies that whatever the policy is, it will constantly become an issue if we always view it from negative perspective. Have we ever considered that without taxes, how would this country sustain itself when facing uncertain economic upheavals? Integrity is identity. Holding trust in managing a country's revenue is a significant responsibility.
Living in uncertainty is the toughest challenge for MSMEs and business owners in accommodations, restaurants, and other affected sectors during the Covid-19 pandemic. For those who have a stable source of income, it is commendable to set aside your financial freedom savings to support employees who are struggling to revive their family's economy. Just like this country, it needs our contribution through taxes.
The grass is not always greener. It feels hypocritical to perpetually complain on what tax policy that makes everyone happy, while we have never paid attention to what extend taxes have relieved our family. With a total tax revenue of Rp1,716.8 trillion in 2022, representing a growth of 34.3%, taxes have mostly helped to provide affordable basic needs from Sabang to Merauke through fuel and LPG subsidies, also social assistance.
The Indonesian economy has recovered since the resumption of physical activity in 2023. There are many new job opportunities, especially for Gen Z. By being a JUSTIN, regardless of what we do for living, we can make a real contribution to tax reform by ensuring that taxes will continue to make Indonesia’s economic resilient.
"What happens If I don't pay taxes?"
Let's stop being self-centered. Taxes are not about how neat we can evade the government, but how sincere we contribute to the welfare of our own nation.
