By TravoUpdate
Indonesia plans to audit and reform Bali's tourism sector to improve tourist quality and protect local culture and jobs.
Bali has over 200,000 foreign residents, leading to issues like crime, overdevelopment, and job competition.
The government may deport foreign tourists who cause problems, such as involvement in drugs, gangs, or other criminal activities.
Since Bali reopened after COVID-19, there has been a significant increase in foreign tourists, with 2.9 million arrivals in the first half of the year.
Videos of unruly tourists have gone viral, causing frustration among locals and criticism on social media.
The government prioritizes improving the quality of tourism rather than increasing tourist numbers.
Efforts will be made to prevent overdevelopment, such as turning paddy fields into villas or inappropriate businesses.
Avoiding Overdevelopment
The government plans to address waste management and upgrade infrastructure on the island.
Public nudity and inappropriate businesses like strip clubs are banned to maintain cultural integrity in Bali.
The government will release a strategic plan for revamping Bali’s tourism industry soon.