Durban, July 19, 2025 – The Europe Today: Indonesian Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati has called for urgent reforms to establish a fairer and more inclusive international taxation system during the G20 Finance Ministers’ Meeting held this week in Durban, South Africa.
In a statement shared via social media on Friday, Minister Indrawati emphasized that tax policy must go beyond mere fiscal considerations and be treated as a matter of global justice. “I emphasized the importance of building a fair, effective, and stable international taxation system,” she wrote. “It must ensure all countries have equal opportunities to grow.”
Indrawati underscored that developing nations deserve an equal voice and fair share in cross-border economic activities taking place within their jurisdictions. She reaffirmed Indonesia’s support for the OECD/G20-led Two-Pillar Solution aimed at addressing tax challenges arising from the digital economy.
“Indonesia supports the Two-Pillar Solution, and we have already begun implementing it. However, our work is far from finished,” she noted, calling on the G20 to remain steadfast in ensuring that no nation is left behind in the evolving global tax landscape.
Highlighting the role of global institutions, Indrawati stressed the importance of international cooperation in strengthening the capacity of developing countries. “Institutions like the IMF, World Bank, and United Nations must continue supporting fiscal sovereignty and capability-building in low and middle-income economies,” she said.
“Tax is not just about national revenues,” she added. “It is about shaping a more equal and sustainable future for the world.”
Accompanied by Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo, Indrawati also reaffirmed Indonesia’s dedication to promoting open, fair, and mutually beneficial trade and investment partnerships. She called for efforts to make globalization more equitable — one that fosters inclusive prosperity while respecting national sovereignty.
Her remarks come amid growing global debate over the fair distribution of tax revenues in an increasingly digital and interconnected economy. With developing nations continuing to call for a more balanced system, Indonesia’s voice at the G20 reflects broader demands for reform and equity in international economic governance.
