Research Independence for Policy Reform
100%
Scientific Independence
3
Areas of Specialization
20+
Years of Expertise
Core Principles
Every published study on law, licensing, and taxation is grounded in rigorous scientific methodology, empirical evidence, and international comparative research.
Expert Leadership
Dr. Maulana Adhi Surya, S.E., S.H., M.A., CPLA, CITA, CMLCA
As TMI’s Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Maulana Adhi Surya brings more than two decades of multidisciplinary experience in tax law, mining governance, and licensing reform.
His multidisciplinary academic background underpins TMI’s commitment to delivering objective, in-depth, and relevant applied research to inform public policy in Indonesia.
Education
Professional Certifications and Licenses
Diploma (D3) in Tax Administration
University of Indonesia
Bachelor of Accounting (S.E.)
University of Indonesia
Bachelor of Law (S.H.)
Dirgantara Marsekal Suryadama University
Magister of Arts (M.A.) in Tax Administration Policy
University of Indonesia
Doktor of Law (Dr.) - Best Student of 2026
Krisnadwipayana University, Indonesia
Certified Tax Consultant
(Indonesia)
Licensed Tax and Customs Attorney
(Indonesia)
Certified International PPN/GST, International Tax Center (ITC)
(Netherlands)
Certified Professional Legal Auditor (CPLA)
Certified International Tax Analyst (CITA), Global Academy of Finance and Mangement
(United States)
Certified Mining Legal Consultant (CMLCA),
Indonesia Mining Legal Consultants Association (PERKHAPPI)
Certified Master Intructor (BNSP)
Professional Experience
2004 - 2005
Tax Consultant
PKF International
2005 - 2007
Tax Specialist
DSK Telecom
2007 - 2019
Tax and Corporate Manager
Gold Mining Company
2015 - 2017
Lecturer in Taxation
Pembangunan Jaya University
2020 - 2023
Head of Tax
Coal Mining Group
2023 - Present
Expert in Tax Law, Legal Affairs and
Mining Permitting
International Courses and Professional Development
International VAT/GST
ITC Leiden - Southest Asia Executive
International Program
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2015)
Global Transfer Pricing Conference
Bloomberg BNA & Baker McKenzie
Washington, D,C., United States (2016)
Future of Taxes in Disruptive Times
Tax Academy of Singapore & Singapore
Management University
Singapore (2017)
Accidental Company Secretary
Sydney, Australia (2018)
The International Tax Dispute Day - The
Asian Global Landscape
Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) & Tax Academy of Singapore
Singapore (2025)
The LA Annual Conference 2025 -
Engine for Growth
The Investment Association
London, United Kingdom (2025)
Summer Conference 2025 - Business Taxation in Uncertain Times
Said Business School, University of Oxford
Oxford, United Kingdom (2025)
Institutional Pillars
The Maudik Institute’s Core Values
The institutional principles that guide all our research, regulatory reviews, and institutional partnerships.
Independence & Integrity
Excellence & Innovation
Collaboration & Impact
Safeguarding academic freedom and analytical objectivity from external influence to uphold fair legal certainty.
Applying cutting-edge interdisciplinary methodologies to develop adaptive legal thinking and regulatory frameworks.
Fostering constructive dialogue among academics, regulators, and stakeholders to develop targeted, effective policies.
Methodological Approach
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Validated Empirical Research
Cross Disciplinary Perspective
Practical Recommendations
Regulatory analysis grounded in reliable field data, international comparative studies, and applied legal framework testing.
Integrating normative legal studies, public economic analysis, fiscal policy, and natural resource governance.
Translating complex academic research into well-grounded academic papers and rational policy recommendations.
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