Indonesia Perjuangan – Wikipedia bahasa Indonesia …”>PDIP‘s Shift: From Support to Criticism of 12% PPN Rakes Attention
Jakarta – The Democratic Party of Indonesia for Struggle (PDIP) has drawn attention for changing its stance, now criticizing the implementation of a 12% value-added tax (PPN), after initially supporting the revision of the Harmonization of Taxation Regulation (RUU HPP). Najih Prastiyo, Secretary General of Muhammadiyah Youth, questioned this shift in PDIP’s attitude.
Najih pointed out that PDIP initially supported the formulation of the RUU HPP, even securing a seat on the Special Committee. "I’m quite surprised by PDIP’s stance now. They initially supported the RUU HPP, but now they’re Suddenly washing their hands of it," Najih said in a statement.
Najih also lamented PDIP’s ambiguity in politics and governance. "PDIP’s position is becoming more and more unclear and problematic. It’s not clear whether they want to be the opposition or slowly join the government’s coalition. This ambiguity is heating up the political atmosphere. PDIP should clarify its political stance," Najih urged.
Najih accused PDIP of trying to win back public approval after a heavy defeat in the elections. "PDIP is just trying to save face. Their grassroots support has dwindled, and they’re looking for ways to regain their strength. Therefore, I see this reaction as opportunistic, trying to gain from a seemingly pro-people stance," Najih concluded.
PDIP’s Involvement in the PPN 12% Increment
Earlier, Dolfie Othniel Frederic Palit, Deputy Chairman of the XI Commission of the House of Representatives, responded to a statement by Rahayu Saraswati, the Deputy Secretary General of the Gerindra Party, who had accused PDIP of playing a role in the enactment of the HPP Law that led to the PPN 12% increase. Dolfie stated that the HPP Law was an initiative of the government of President Joko Widodo (Jokwowi).
"The HPP Law is the initiative of the Jokowi government, submitted to the House of Representatives on May 5, 2021. All factions agreed to discuss the government’s proposal for the RUU HPP," said Dolfie, who was also the chairman of the Special Committee for the RUU HPP.
Dolfie explained that all factions, except the PKS, agreed to the RUU HPP becoming a law on October 7, 2021. The HPP Law, in the form of an omnibus law, changed several provisions in the Income Tax Law, Value Added Tax Law, and Luxury Goods Tax Law. It also regulates the Voluntary Tax Declaration Program and Carbon Tax.
The government has the authority to propose increases or decreases in the PPN rate within a range of 5-12%. Dolfie stated that the government’s decision to increase or decrease the PPN rate depends on the state of the national economy. Dolfie advised President Prabowo Subianto that if the government insists on increasing the PPN by 12%, it must be accompanied by the creation of many new jobs for the people.
(jbr/maa)
