President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, recently addressed the Directorate General of Customs and Excise to underscore the government’s commitment to eliminating smuggling and questionable import practices. He emphasized the negative impact of such activities on local businesses and the public, urging an end to rent-seeking behavior in import activities. During an Economic Dialogue event in Jakarta, Prabowo called for Customs to streamline procedures and combat illicit smuggling aggressively. With a military background, he stressed the importance of decisive action against wrongdoers to protect the people’s interests. Additionally, Prabowo advocated for fair and non-discriminatory import practices, rejecting policies that favor select large corporations. He emphasized the need for a level playing field in the import sector, ensuring import privileges are not monopolized. Through his stance, Prabowo aims to create a transparent and equitable trade environment, promoting fairness and inclusivity in the economy by eradicating rent-seeking practices.
Prabowo Pledges to End Import Rent-Seeking: A Game-Changer!
