Business and Finance Pertamina Patra Niaga Fortifies Energy Security in Bali: Ensuring Seamless Mobility for Tourism and Local Economy August 6, 2026 Azzam Bilal Chamdy JAKARTA – In a strategic move to bolster the regional energy infrastructure and maintain the momentum of Indonesia’s tourism recovery, PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has officially guaranteed the stability and…
Travel U.S. National Faces Scrutiny as Immigration Authorities Probe Unauthorized Real Estate Promotion in Bali August 5, 2026 Muslim DENPASAR, Bali – The Indonesian immigration authorities in Bali have launched an investigation into the activities of a 34-year-old United States national, identified by the initials SR, following his viral…
Travel The Vanishing Sails: Bali’s Fading Maritime Heritage and the Price of Progress August 2, 2026 Muslim JAKARTA – For decades, Bali has been synonymous with world-class tourism—an island paradise defined by its pristine beaches, vibrant cultural ceremonies, and a landscape punctuated by luxurious resorts. Yet, beneath…
Travel Digital Segregation in Paradise: The Controversy Over "Expats-Only" Groups in Bali July 29, 2026 Iffa Jayyana BADUNG, BALI – The delicate social ecosystem of Bali’s expatriate community and its interaction with the local Indonesian population has once again come under intense scrutiny. A viral social media…
Politics Strengthening Sovereignty: Bali Immigration Launches Intensive "Dharma Dewata" Patrols to Curb Foreigner Misconduct July 16, 2026 Nana DENPASAR, BALI – In a significant move to reinforce immigration oversight and maintain public order in Indonesia’s most prominent tourism hub, the Regional Office of the Directorate General of Immigration…