Sentralisasi Administrasi Keuangan Muawiyah bin Abi Sufyan: Inspirasi Untuk Manajemen Fiskal Modern

Abstract

Muawiyah ibn Abi Sufyan, as one of the most influential leaders in the history of the Umayyad Caliphate, was known for his policies in managing state finances. Umayyad Caliphate, was known for his policies in managing state finances which have influenced the economic structure of the Islamic world. One of the main policies that implemented was the centralization of financial administration, whereby Muawiyah centralized the management of taxes and supervision of state finances. This policy aimed to increase efficiency in tax collection, reduce abuse of power, and ensure a more equitable distribution of wealth. ensure a more equitable distribution of wealth. Although this policy was implemented in the 7th century, the relevance of this policy can be seen in the fiscal management of modern countries that are facing similar challenges, such as transparent and efficient tax management that face similar challenges, such as transparent and efficient tax management, as well as the avoidance of budget waste. This research aims to analyze Muawiyah bin Abi Sufyan's economic policies, particularly in terms of financial centralization and the management of the Baitul Mal, as well as exploring how the principles applied by Muawiyah bin Abi Sufyan can still be adapted in his fiscal management. can still be adapted in the fiscal management of modern states. By using a qualitative analytical approach, this article discusses the relevance of these policies in the context of contemporary economics and provide insight into the  in the context of contemporary economics and provides insights on how countries today can learn from the policies implemented in the past to improve efficiency and transparency in financial management. improve efficiency and transparency in public financial management.