Every businessman has the commonsense that once he earns profit, he has to hand in the government part of it in the form of tax. Some people therefore view it a burden. However, this burden is the necessary cost that any business has to pay.
First of all, government guarantees a secure environment for business. The thriving of business are always accompanied with the power of government in maintaining the stability across its territory. Government assures the safety in transportation. I can’t imagine if the commodities of a company are exposed to robbery any time along the way of transportation, how long the profitable business would last. Yet in most country today, a wholesaler or factory owner does not worry about the goods he consigns to railway or airline deliveries. This is the foundation of trade. Meanwhile, government maintains a monetary system, though some banks are privately possessed. Many businesses today are bonding to bank system. One of the most important aspects is that bank system oversees credit records, thus forces businessman to be honest, which in turn help create a fairly competitive business environment.
Secondly, government plays a vital role in helping enterprises to explore the global market. Without a government of clear strategy and diplomatic philosophy, the trade barrier of other countries’ can not be lowered. Without political ally, it will be difficult for huge companies from different countries to set up mutual-trust strategic cooperation.
Actually, the function of government is crucial to almost every aspects of business. The so called “burden” is a necessity to my point of view.