The government will continue to reform taxation by bringing about improvements in its administration, human resources, and the taxation directorate general (DJP), Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati stated.
“Despite the presence of unprincipled tax officials and officers, it is our duty to continue to make corrections. This is since taxes are synonymous with the public’s trust in the state,” Indrawati noted during a webinar on “2021 Speech Tax” held virtually here on Wednesday.
Through taxation reform, the minister expressed keenness to work hand-in-hand with the community for edifying and disseminating information pertaining to the importance of taxation for the young generation. “The education of state administration, citizenship, and love for our own country must be in one breath, with the obligation to pay taxes since it is the most consistent reflection of the patriotic sense and most capable of safeguarding common interests,” she highlighted.
The minister noted that the young generation should understand several aspects, including how to manage the country with taxes while adding that they will face challenges not only posed by the COVID-19 pandemic but also those arising from globalization, digital technology, and climate change.
“Hence, in the tax awareness inclusive program, I would like to invite the young generation to participate in understanding and protecting our own country through tax awareness,” she pointed out. The minister also thanked all stakeholders for having assisted in disseminating information pertaining to taxation, particularly to the young generation.
She specially expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Research, Technology, Education, and Culture for incorporating tax-related subjects into the educational curriculum.
Indrawati also lauded the DJP for organizing a tax education game design competition that is expected to cover more millennials, who are currently still young to learn about taxes.
Source: Antara News