DGT Urges Taxpayers to Verify Compliance in Coal and

The Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) reports that a number of registered coal miners have not remitted tax to the state treasury. Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said he will audit the tax compliance of entities involved in illegal used‑clothing (balpres) imports. He added that a sugar‑sweetened beverage levy could be introduced in the second half of 2026 if GDP growth exceeds 6%.

DGT Director of Compliance and Revenue Potential Ihsan Priyawibawa said the main challenge is supervising the cost‑of‑goods‑sold structures, which vary across mining companies. He noted that many balpres participants submit nil tax returns (SPT) without any payment. Meanwhile, the House’s Commission XI approved export duties on gold and coal to increase state revenue and help narrow the budget deficit.

The combined enforcement and policy measures are intended to strengthen fiscal receipts and reduce the fiscal deficit. If the economy meets the growth target, the sugar‑sweetened beverage tax will be applied in the latter half of 2026. The export duties will be monitored through key performance indicators to ensure they generate domestic value‑added.