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The Fate of Prabowo’s PPN Batal Naik Program After Rp75T HANGUS Imbas

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Headline: Indonesia Shelves PPN Hike, Losing Out on Rp75 Trillion in Revenue

Subhead: Government scraps planned 12% VAT increase, impacting APBN 2025 and presidential programs

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In a policy U-turn, the Indonesian government has abandoned plans to raise the value-added tax (VAT) or pajak pertambahan nilai (PPN) from 11% to 12% as of January 1, 2025. This decision, announced by Wakil Ketua DPR RI Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, has significant fiscal implications, with the government set to miss out on potential revenue of Rp75 trillion.

Theatetration of a 12% PPN would have only applied to barang mewah (luxury goods), a departure from the original plan to implement it across all goods and services. According to Dasco, the new policy change means that instead of the projected Rp75 trillion, the government will only gain an additional Rp3.2 trillion in additional APBN funds for 2025.

Menteri Keuangan Sri Mulyani Indrawati played down the impact of the lost revenue, saying that the APBN management for 2025 is still dynamic and will be updated monthly. Dirjen Pajak Suryo Utomo acknowledged the loss but asserted that they would explore other avenues to boost tax revenue.

The decision to scrap the PPN hike could pose challenges for President Prabowo Subianto‘s administration, which has ambitious spending plans, including the Makan Bergizi Gratis (MBG) program, budgeted at Rp71 trillion this year. Analysts suggest that while the lost revenue will impact the fiscal position, it may not directly affect Prabowo’s flagship programs.

Ronny P Sasmita, Senior Analyst at the Indonesia Strategic and Economic Action Institution, argues that the government might consider raising debt or reallocating funds from low-priority projects to offset the lost revenue. However, he believes that Prabowo is unlikely to cut fuel subsidies to fund other programs due to the potential political backlash.

Yusuf Rendy Manilet, Economist at the Center of Reform on Economics (Core) Indonesia, agrees that the government has some room to maneuver and can consider optimizing revenues from other sectors, digitalizing taxation systems, and improving governance to compensate for the lost PPN increase.

Meanwhile, sustainability experts propose alternative revenue-generating measures. Tata Mustasya from SUSTAIN Indonesia suggests raising export taxes on coal and nickel to generate potentially Rp84.55 trillion to Rp353.7 trillion yearly. Abdurrahman Arum of Transisi Bersihi adds that a 10%-20% export tax on nickel products could generate Rp50 trillion to Rp100 trillion annually.

In conclusion, the Indonesian government’s decision to scrap the PPN hike has significant fiscal implications, posing challenges for President Prabowo’s administration. To offset the lost revenue, the government should explore various fiscal policy adjustments, improved governance, and revenue-generating measures to maintain its ambitious spending plans while ensuring fiscal sustainability.

Keywords: PPN, VAT, Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, APBN 2025, Makan Bergizi Gratis, fiscal policy, revenue

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"Retailers Mandatorily Revert 12% PPN to Consumers"

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Headline:
Retail Shoppers in Indonesia to Get PPN Refunds: Dirkjen Pajak

Article:

Retail consumers in Indonesia can breathe a sigh of relief as the Director General of Taxes (DJP) at the Ministry of Finance (Kemenkeu) announced plans to refund the 12% Value Added Tax (PPN) they’ve already paid. The refund is in response to the recent tax hike, which was later reversed by the government.

Director General of Taxes Suryo Utomo confirmed the refund during a media briefing at DJP Kemenkeu in South Jakarta. However, he noted that the refund mechanism is still being discussed and will be finalized in the near future.

"In principle, the rightful owner [of the tax revenue] is the state, but the rightful owner of the refund is the taxpayer. The manner of refund will be arranged later. I assure you, it won’t be burdensome for the taxpayers," Suryo said.

The refund is expected to be in place for retail consumers who have paid the 12% PPN, although the exact timeline and process remain uncertain. The tax authority is also currently negotiating with retail businesses to revert their tax systems back to the previous 11% PPN rate.

Suryo emphasized that the implementation of the 12% PPN, as mandated by Law No. 7/2021 on the Harmonization of Tax Regulations, will continue until January 1, 2025. Meanwhile, the government has decided not to increase PPN for non-luxury goods, necessitating a new basic tax rate (DPP) set by a Minister of Finance Regulation (PMK).

"We’re currently discussing with them [retailers], trying to figure out if three months would be sufficient for them to update their systems," Suryo added. Following the event, Director of Public Relations, Customer Service, and Community Relations at DJP Kemenkeu, Dwi Astuti, confirmed that the PPN transition would take no more than three months.

During the transition period, businesses are expected to continue charging 12% PPN, with refunds to be issued later. Consumers are advised to keep their receipts for easy tracking and refund claims.

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Tax Chief’s Resistance to Prabowo’s Audit: Should He Resign?

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Headline: Clarity on Indonesia‘s PPN 12%: Lawmaker Challenges Director General of Taxation‘s Interpretation

In a surprising turn of events, the planned implementation of Indonesia’s 12% Value Added Tax (PPN) by the end of 2024 has sparked confusion and concern, with a top lawmaker accusing the Director General of Taxation of misinterpreting presidential directives.

President Prabowo Subianto had clearly stated that the PPN increase from 11% to 12% would only apply to luxury goods and services. However, Mukhamad Misbakhun, the chairman of the House of Representatives’ Committee XI, has found that the implementation by the Director General of Taxation is ambiguous and chaotic, with the ministerial regulation (PMK) No. 131/2024 causing confusion among businesses.

Misbakhun criticized the PMK for using a different basis for calculation, stating, "It’s as if the UU HPP cannot apply the PPN with multiple tariffs." He argued that the law does not prohibit a multitariff system, allowing for both 11% and 12% rates to coexist, with the latter only applied to luxury goods and services.

The Director General of Taxation, however, maintains that the PMK correctly implements the presidential instruction. In a separate statement, the Ministry of Finance declared that standard-rated items will be taxed at 12%, calculated with a factor of 11/12 of the selling price, replacement cost, or import value.

Misbakhun expressed bewilderment at this approach, stating, "Does this mean the Director General of Taxation has lost its loyalty in interpreting the president’s clear instructions?"

The lawmaker also slammed the rushed decision-making process, stating that the short lead time before implementation left businesses struggling to adapt their systems. He added that many retail companies have already charged PPN at 12%, confusing customers who ended up paying more than they should have.

Misbakhun lamented the complexity of the regulation, urging the Directorate General of Taxation to issue simpler, clearer rules to prevent misinterpretations and erode public trust in the presidency.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

(Reported by rfs and dhn)

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Mastering Indonesia’s New Tax System: A Step-by-Step Guide to Logging into ‘Coretax’ with Sri Mulyani

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Headline:
Indonesia’s Revenue Department Rolls Out Coretax DJP: Here’s What You Need to Know

Subhead:
Login, Reset Password, and Navigate the New E-Payment System Starting December 16, 2024

Byline:
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – The Directorate General of Taxes (DJP), Ministry of Finance, is set to begin the pilot implementation of the Coretax DJP system from December 16 to December 31, 2024. During this period, taxpayers can log in to the Coretax DJP system starting Tuesday, December 24, 2024.

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DJP has confirmed that taxpayers who already have a DJP Online account can access Coretax DJP using the following steps:

  1. Login to Coretax DJP

    • User ID: Enter yourNIK (Indonesian ID Number) or NPWP (Taxpayer Identification Number)
    • Password: Enter your DJP Online password
    • Captcha Code: Enter the captcha code displayed
    • Login: Click the ‘Login’ button
  2. Reset Password
    • Select ‘Confirmation Purpose’ (either ‘Electronic Letter’ or ‘Handphone Number’)
    • Enter your email address if selecting ‘Electronic Letter’, or your handphone number if selecting ‘Handphone Number’
    • Enter the captcha code
    • Check the declaration box
    • Click ‘Send’
    • Check your email or SMS for a link to reset your password, ensuring the sender is "@pajak.go.id" for emails or "DJP" for SMS

DJP underscores the importance of creating a strong, unique password and using a passphrase (not the same as your password) as a digital signature for accessing Coretax DJP services.

While the initial phase of Coretax DJP implementation is underway, taxpayers are advised that all features and services will become fully available from January 1, 2025. Meanwhile, legal entities and government agencies should ensure their data profiles, including their point of contact (PIC), are up-to-date.

Taxpayers without a DJP Online account or individual taxpayers who haven’t linked their NIK and NPWP can make digital access requests and activate their NIK as NPWP through Coretax DJP starting January 1, 2025.

For more information on Coretax DJP, including guides, visit Coretax DJP’s portal.

Suggested Image:
An image of a laptop screen displaying the Coretax DJP login page, with clear, engaging visuals (e.g., graphs, icons, or diagrams) related to tax administration or digitization.

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Article Structure:

  • Introduction (Announcement of Coretax DJP rollout)
  • Two main sections (Login process, Password reset)
  • Closing paragraph ( Full availability, Access for new users, More information)
  • Suggested image
  • Call to action
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"From January 1, 2025: Here’s How Taxpayers Must Log in to Coretax"

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Headline:
Indonesia‘s Tax Office Launches Coretax DJP Praimplementasi: Here’s How to Login & Reset Password

Article:

The Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) of Indonesia’s Ministry of Finance is set to launch the praimplementasi of Coretax DJP from December 16 to December 31, 2024. Starting from December 24, 2024, taxpayers can access the Coretax DJP system. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to log in and reset your password:

Logging into Coretax DJP:

  1. Accessing the System: Visit https://www.pajak.go.id/coretaxdjp and click "Login."
  2. Enter Your Credentials: Input your "ID Pengguna," either your Nomor Induk Kependudukan (NIK) or Nomor Pokok Wajib Pajak (NPWP), then your DJP Online password, followed by the captcha code.
  3. Click ‘Login’: Complete the process by clicking the ‘Login’ button.

Resetting Your Password:

After logging in, you’ll be prompted to reset your password. Follow these steps:

  1. Choose a Verification Method: Select your preferred method for receiving the confirmation code, either via email ("Surat Elektronik") or phone number ("Nomor Gawai"), and provide the necessary information.
  2. Solve the Captcha: Complete the captcha challenge to verify you’re not a bot.
  3. Accept the Terms: Agree to the terms by ticking the "Pernyataan" box.
  4. Submit Your Request: Click "Kirim" to send your request.
  5. Confirm the Reset: Check your email or SMS for a link from @pajak.go.id to complete the password reset process.

Coretax DJP Password Reset

Remember to create a new passphrase during the reset process, as it acts as your digital signature for Coretax DJP services.

Additional Information:

  • During the praimplementasi phase, some Coretax DJP features will be restricted. Full access will be granted from January 1, 2025.
  • Business and government taxpayers should verify their profile data and ensure responsible parties can log in to Coretax DJP.
  • Taxpayers without DJP Online accounts can apply for digital access and activate their NIK as NPWP through Coretax DJP starting January 1, 2025.

For more information about Coretax DJP, including a user guide, visit https://pajak.go.id/reformdjp/coretax/.

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"QRIS Funding for Merchants, Not Consumers!"

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PPN QRIS Ditanggung Merchant, Bukan Konsumen

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – Direktorat Jenderal Pajak (DJP) Kementerian Keuangan (Kemenkeu) menegaskan bahwa pungutan pajak pertambahan nilai (PPN) pada jasa layanan Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard (QRIS) dibebankan kepada pemilik outlet atau merchant, bukan kepada masyarakat atau konsumen.

Direktur Penyuluhan, Pelayanan, dan Hubungan Masyarakat DJP Kemenkeu, Dwi Astuti, menjelaskan bahwa dalam transaksi QRIS, PPN dikenakan pada merchant discount rate (MDR). MDR adalah biaya yang dibebankan kepada merchant atas setiap transaksi yang dilakukan melalui kartu kredit atau debit, termasuk juga QRIS.

Demikian, tarif PPN pada transaksi QRIS akan ditanggung oleh merchant, bukan konsumen seperti yang selama ini disalahpahami oleh masyarakat. “Jadi sebenarnya yang menjadi dasar untuk dilakukannya pembayaran QRIS itu, termasuk jasa transaksi digital tadi, itu adalah yang disebut dengan MDR,” ujarnya dalam Media Briefing di kantornya, Jakarta, Senin (23/12/2024).

Hal tersebut diatur dalam Peraturan Menteri Keuangan (PMK) Nomor 69 Tahun 2022, sehingga pengenaan PPN pada biaya MDR QRIS bukan merupakan obyek pajak baru yang akan dikenakan mulai 1 Januari 2025.

Untuk diketahui, biaya MDR QRIS yang dikenakan pada merchant untuk transaksi di atas Rp 500.000 sebesar 0,3 persen. Namun untuk transaksi di bawah Rp 500.000 tidak dikenakan biaya alias gratis.

Dwi menegaskan, selama ini pengenaan PPN pada biaya MDR QRIS tidak menyebabkan kenaikan harga barang yang dijual, karena setiap merchant pasti sudah memperhitungkan biaya MDR ini ke dalam harga barang yang mereka jual.

Alhasil, konsumen atau masyarakat bisa membayar harga yang sama baik dengan metode pembayaran tunai maupun QRIS. “Jadi beli gorengan pakai QRIS maupun pakai cash akan sama harganya,” kata dia.

Untuk lebih mudah memahami, dia mencontohkan bahwa Pablo membeli TV seharga Rp 5.000.000. Atas pembelian tersebut, dikenakan PPN sebesar Rp 550.000, sehingga total harga yang harus dibayarkan oleh Pablo sebesar Rp 5.550.000.

Atas pembelian TV tersebut, jumlah pembayaran yang dilakukan oleh Pablo tidak berbeda, baik ketika menggunakan QRIS maupun menggunakan cara pembayaran lainnya. “Atas pembelian TV tersebut, jumlah pembayaran yang dilakukan oleh Pablo tidak berbeda, baik ketika menggunakan QRIS maupun menggunakan cara pembayaran lainnya,” kata dia.

Namun, dia tidak dapat memastikan apakah dengan adanya kenaikan tarif PPN dari 11 persen menjadi 12 persen per 1 Januari 2025 akan mengakibatkan kenaikan harga barang atau tidak. Pasalnya, hal tersebut menjadi wewenang masing-masing merchant karena mereka lah yang menanggung kenaikan PPN. “Apa ada jaminan harga barang tidak naik? Ya (DJP) enggak bisa jamin,” ucapnya.

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