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Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Taxation Plan in Indonesia: Call for Political Commitment
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  • Risyad Abiyyu Siregar,
  • Fona Qorina,
  • Ayers Gilberth Ivano Kalaij,
  • Hera Afidjati,
  • Dhani Latifani,
  • Muhammad Faisal Putro Utomo,
  • Louisa Patricia Sophia Rinaldi,
  • Azizah Salsabila
Risyad Abiyyu Siregar
Imperial College London School of Public Health

Corresponding Author:abiyyu.siregar23@imperial.ac.uk

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Fona Qorina
Universitas Indonesia Fakultas Kedokteran
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Ayers Gilberth Ivano Kalaij
Universitas Indonesia Fakultas Kedokteran
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Hera Afidjati
Universitas Indonesia Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat
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Dhani Latifani
Universitas Indonesia Fakultas Kedokteran
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Muhammad Faisal Putro Utomo
Bhayangkara TkI R Said Sukanto Police Hospital Jakarta Indonesia
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Louisa Patricia Sophia Rinaldi
Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta Fakultas Kedokteran
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Azizah Salsabila
Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta Fakultas Kedokteran
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Abstract

There has been a pressing necessity to tax Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSB) taxation in Indonesia. Despite the rising prevalence of obesity and diabetes, past attempts at introducing SSB excise taxes have been repeatedly rejected or delayed. Reflecting on other similar policies in other countries, this commentary highlights the potential of SSB taxation as a public health intervention to curb consumption and mitigate associated health risks. It examines historical legislative efforts, current challenges, and the pivotal role of political commitment in overcoming industry lobbying. The commentary outlines strategic steps for advancing SSB taxation policy, including policy design, stakeholder engagement, and robust enforcement mechanisms. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based policymaking, cross-sector collaboration, and the allocation of excise revenue towards public health initiatives. The article concludes with a call for decisive action to address Indonesia’s burgeoning public health crisis through effective SSB taxation implementation.
28 Mar 2024Submitted to Public Health Challenges
01 Apr 2024Reviewer(s) Assigned
19 May 2024Review(s) Completed, Editorial Evaluation Pending
19 May 2024Editorial Decision: Revise Minor
17 Jun 20241st Revision Received
19 Jun 2024Review(s) Completed, Editorial Evaluation Pending