As the calendar turns to 2025, many of us feel a mix of trepidation and anticipation. The challenges of 2024 — politically, economically, and socially — linger in our memories. It was a year of tough elections, conflicts, and uncertainties both in Indonesia and globally. And for 2025, while there are talks of new taxes and increased economic pressures locally, this doesn’t mean we’re stepping into a year of despair.