Batam City’s Revenue Service is actively promoting awareness among taxpayers and encouraging the adoption of cashless regional tax payments.

The awareness event took place at Hotel AP Premiere, Batu Ampar, Batam, Riau Islands on Tuesday, 5th September 2023, attended by city officials and experts.

Key attendees included Batam’s Regional Secretary Jefridin, Batam City Council Member Hendra Asman, and Batam Prosecutor’s Office Chief Herlina Setyorini, who shared insights.

The event was structured around expert discussions, with Raja Asmansyah, Head of Batam’s Revenue Service, and Muhammad Asmat, Secretary of Batam’s Inspectorate, both taking on roles as panelists and moderators.

Jefridin highlighted the importance of regional fiscal autonomy to achieve developmental goals, remarking, “Financial self-sufficiency is a target for local governments, especially Batam.”

This move reflects Batam’s Revenue Service’s commitment to ensuring tax compliance and embracing cashless technology for regional tax payments.

The overarching hope is that these efforts will pave the way for more sustainable growth and development in Batam.

The move towards cashless tax payments underscores Batam’s push for modernization and fiscal responsibility. Singaporeans and international visitors can anticipate more streamlined interactions with the city’s tax services.

Batam City’s Revenue Service is championing the adoption of cashless tax payments, emphasizing the importance of fiscal autonomy at a key event attended by city officials and experts. This marks Batam’s stride towards modernization and optimal growth.

Source: Batam News (2023)