lombok island. Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno denied rumors that tourism fund tax would be added to airline tickets.
Minister Sandiaga Uno stressed that there are no taxes imposed on the people, especially considering the current economic situation.
“The discussion about the levy is just a proposal for tourism funding,” he said in Lombok on Friday.
Sandiaga Uno explained that the idea was brought up during a meeting to discuss tourism funding. However, after considering opinions from various stakeholders, including the public, it was decided not to impose the levy on the public.
“We understand that the president does not want to burden the public any further, especially considering that airline tickets are already quite expensive.”
He reiterated that the original concept of tourism funding relied on government funds rather than public levies.
Furthermore, Minister Sandiaga Uno explained that the government is focused on increasing the number of flights and aircraft to increase the number of tourists.
The Indonesia Tourism Fund aims to manage 2 trillion rupiah (approximately $129 million) in its first year. The initial funding will be covered entirely from the government budget. Minister Sandiaga Uno said the government plans to start allocating funds to eligible events in 2024.
Sandiaga said the Indonesia Tourism Fund aims to support events, promote tourism and strengthen Indonesia's national brand.
The tourism sector is expected to generate more than Rp 220 trillion in revenue this year. On average, foreign tourists spend $1,500 when visiting Indonesia.
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