Indonesia’s Finance Minister, Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, expresses strong optimism that the country’s state revenue target for 2026 will be met. This positive outlook is fueled by the consistently improving collection performance of both the Directorate General of Taxation (DGT) and the Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DGCE).
The Minister attributes this noticeable improvement in revenue performance to the strategic restructuring initiatives undertaken by the government within the DGT and DGCE. These reforms are now beginning to yield tangible benefits, reinforcing confidence in the nation’s fiscal trajectory.
“It appears that this year’s (2026) target will be favorable. Customs’ performance is also expected to be strong, so we are already witnessing the positive outcomes of the restructuring process in both the tax and customs sectors,” stated Purbaya. He shared these remarks during a recent interview at the Directorate General of Taxation Headquarters in Jakarta on Wednesday.
Beyond structural reforms, this enhanced performance is further optimized through the strategic utilization of advanced technology. Notably, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is playing a crucial role, significantly supporting increased operational efficiency and the overall optimization of state revenue collection processes.
The Finance Minister also highlighted the implementation of the Coretax system, an initiative that, despite attracting some initial complaints from taxpayers, is now demonstrably showing positive results. This system is proving to be a valuable asset in the government’s efforts to streamline revenue collection.
Regarding Coretax, Minister Purbaya elaborated, “It should inherently be more efficient. If you recall, the Coretax system previously drew numerous protests. While some complaints still exist, their volume has significantly decreased. Crucially, Coretax’s performance is capable of boosting tax revenue quite significantly, because with Coretax, nearly everything is calculated automatically. This makes it much harder for individuals to avoid their tax obligations.”
For the year 2026, the State Revenue target within the State Budget (APBN) has been firmly set at an ambitious Rp3,153.6 trillion.
Reflecting on current progress, the realization of state revenue through April 2026 has already reached Rp918.4 trillion. This figure represents a robust 13.3 percent growth on a year-on-year (yoy) basis, indicating a strong start towards achieving the ambitious fiscal objectives.
Summary
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa expresses optimism that Indonesia will meet its 2026 state revenue target of Rp3,153.6 trillion. This positive outlook is driven by strategic restructuring in the tax and customs sectors, alongside the integration of artificial intelligence to optimize collection processes. Current data shows that revenue reached Rp918.4 trillion by April 2026, reflecting a robust 13.3 percent year-on-year growth.
The implementation of the Coretax system plays a vital role in this success by automating calculations and making tax avoidance more difficult. While the system initially faced public complaints, it is now yielding tangible results in boosting state income through improved efficiency. These technological advancements and structural reforms are expected to maintain the country’s strong fiscal performance throughout the year.
