Indonesia‘s finance Ministry Emphasizes Debt Sustainability, Focuses on Revenue Growth
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Indonesia’s Directorate General of Financing and Risk Management (DJPPR) is emphasizing that the country’s debt levels should be evaluated in relation to the overall economy, not solely based on nominal amounts. This message comes as the government aims to reduce reliance on debt issuance through increased state revenue and more efficient borrowing practices.
Debt Sustainability: Beyond the Numbers
According to purbaya, Director General of Financing and Risk Management at the Ministry of Finance, assessing the danger of Indonesia’s debt requires a broader perspective than simply looking at the total amount owed. He stressed the importance of comparing debt levels to the size and performance of the indonesian economy. This approach aligns with international best practices for evaluating sovereign debt sustainability, which consider factors like GDP growth, fiscal balance, and external balances.https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/Debt
“As for whether the debt is in big danger or not, it’s not just based on the nominal amount, but compared with the economy,” Purbaya stated.
Strategy for Reduced Debt issuance
Under Purbaya’s leadership, the DJPPR is prioritizing strategies to reduce the need for new debt issuance. This will be achieved by focusing on increasing state revenue through more effective and optimized collection methods. The Indonesian government has been actively pursuing tax reforms and broadening the tax base to achieve this goal. https://www.pwc.com/id/en/insights/indonesia-tax-reform.html
Moreover, the government is committed to ensuring that any future debt incurred is managed efficiently and transparently. Purbaya emphasized a zero-tolerance policy for mismanagement of funds.
“We will try to reduce debt issuance as optimally as possible. Even if debt has to be used, there should be no leaks,” he said.
Key Takeaways
* Indonesia is focusing on debt sustainability rather than simply minimizing the nominal debt amount.
* the government plans to reduce debt issuance by increasing state revenue.
* Future borrowing will prioritize efficiency and transparency to prevent misuse of funds.
Source: aid/hns (Original source information provided, but lacking a direct link. Information corroborated by general reporting on Indonesian economic policy.)