Economist Raúl Moreira referred to the current state of the economy and the government’s promise of austerity. He pointed out that individuals pay 632 dollars, which represents more income than what companies pay.
Moreira said that an aggressive tax collection program will be required and emphasized that there has been no talk of combating tax evasion, which represents up to 13% of state revenues, or $1.4 billion in tax evasion.
He stressed the importance of collecting in order not to borrow. He said that the state payroll is being wiped out by laying off up to 67% of the payroll, and he said that caution must be exercised. He saw the payment of debts to private companies as positive.
Regarding the grey lists, Moreira said that the election of the government team has sent positive messages to private investment that could help improve the country’s image and get off these lists by attracting foreign investment.
