At the National Conference on the Taxpayer System and Electronic Billing, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian highlighted the critical role of accurate data in tackling livelihood challenges and curbing rent-seeking and corruption.

Why it matters:

Since global inflation has affected the entire world in the last few years, Iran has also been involved in this issue, and the current government is trying to address this issue by using data and managing it effectively. 

 

What he's saying:

President Masoud Pezeshkian stated: "According to Article 169 of the Tax Law, every individual must be considered a taxpayer, even if some are classified as having zero income and no tax liability. Under this law, each person's tax credit is calculated, and the income and tax ceiling for each individual is determined."

 

Key points:

  • Top priority of the government is people's livelihood and addressing economic problems.
  • The key to preventing privilege-seeking and corruption.
  • Tax collection from higher-income groups and attention to smaller sectors.
  • Unfair distribution of subsidies and the need for reform.
  • The need for data management to address housing problems.

 

Go deeper:

Collecting and managing accurate data across various economic, social, and environmental sectors is of paramount importance. Prioritizing the needs of the poor and vulnerable in government policies fosters justice and security in society.

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