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Analysis: Indonesia’s digital tax: Welcome, but not enough

Hashim Djojohadikusumo's recent remarks about tapping the Rp 10,000 trillion shadow economy have renewed attention on the government's efforts to expand digital tax collection. While the measure could generate additional revenue, it is unlikely to address the structural weaknesses underlying Indonesia's fiscal challenges.

Analysis: Indonesia’s digital tax: Welcome, but not enough

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Budget: A politico-economic high-wire act

Thursday 12th November, 2026 Deputy Minister of Finance Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando has urged the public not to assess Budget 2027 solely on the basis of welfare benefits or tax concessions.

De Silva and Mendis turn the tide

Dhananjaya de Silva answered his critics with the bat and Kusal Mendis led from the front as Sri Lanka hauled themselves off the ropes to leave Pakistan toiling on the third day of the opening Test in…

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