Foreign Nationals Affected by Eruption Granted Immigration Waivers

The Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration is issuing “Forced Circumstances Stay Permits” (ITKT) to foreign nationals temporarily stranded in Indonesia due to flight disruptions caused by the continuing eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau ​As reported by NusaBali and the State News Agency ANTARA, Director General of Immigration Hendarsam Marantoko confirmed that immigration authorities are issuing […]

Bali Airport Operations Unaffected by Anak Krakatau Eruption 1,300 KM to the West

While Mount Anak Krakatau Erupts, International Flights at Bali Airport Operate Normally ​Kompas reports that the volcanic eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau in Lampung Province, South Sumatra, has affected flight operations in several regions, including Bali. ​A total of 41 flights from I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali to Jakarta were canceled on

1,558 Flights at Eight Airports Affected by Anak Krakatau Eruption

​The State News Agency ANTARA reports that the Minister of Transportation, Dudy Purwagandhi, confirmed that 1,558 flights were affected by the closure of eight airports due to volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau, a necessary measure to ensure flight safety. ​Dudy said the impact on flight schedules concerned both departing and arriving flights after the

Prabowo Calls for an Increased Disaster Mitigation Budget

​The State News Agency ANTARA reports that Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has stated that the budget allocation for disaster mitigation must be significantly increased as a proactive measure to address potential future disasters in Indonesia. ​”We must be prepared to face situations like this at any time. It is also a lesson for us—for the

Why Buildings in Bali Cannot Be Taller Than Coconut Trees

​As reported by Kompas, visitors to Bali will notice the lack of low-rise buildings. Unlike other major cities in Indonesia, such as Jakarta or Surabaya, where high-rise buildings are the norm, Bali’s urban landscape is not dominated by tall structures. This reflects the commonly held notion that buildings in Bali should not be taller than

Bali Governor Koster Explains Command to “Shut Up” 

​BeritaBali reports that Bali Governor Wayan Koster is seeking to clarify a video playing on social media in which he is seen raising his voice and ordering a member of the public to “shut up.” Koster dismisses the video as capturing an “old incident” filmed while he was involved in a zoning enforcement campaign in

Bali’s Population Now Exceeds 4.4 Million, Buleleng Residents the Largest

​NusaBali reports that Bali’s total population surpassed 4.4 million. Bali’s population in 2025 reached 4,404,281, an increase of 29,018 compared to 2024. ​Population growth is not evenly distributed across Bali. Denpasar City recorded the highest growth, while Bangli was the only regency experiencing a population decline. ​The Head of the Bali Provincial Community Empowerment, Village,

Bali Governor Welcomes Inaugural Flights Taipei-Bali on 01 October

BeritaBali confirms that direct flights connecting Taipei (TPE) and Bali (DPS)  will resume on 01 October 2026, flown by Starlux Airlines. ​Plans for the inaugural service were discussed during a meeting between Bali Governor Wayan Koster and the new Director General of the Taipei Economic and Trade Office (TETO) in Surabaya, David Wen-Chiun Lin, at

Despite Win in Administrative Court, Controversial Glass Lift Construction Still in Limbo

The Denpasar Administrative Court (PTUN) ruling in favor of the PT Indonesia Kaishi Tourism Property Investment Development Group over the Provincial Administration of Bali does not mean that the Chinese investors constructing the controversial 182-meter glass lift on Nusa Penida can immediately resume construction. ​As reported on BaliDiscovery – In Kelingking Beach Glass Lift Suit,

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