Following the Viral Nyepi Day Insult Case, Swiss Tourist Requests Lighter Sentence
A Swiss citizen standing trial over an alleged insult to Nyepi Day has asked the Badung District Court to impose a lighter sentence after prosecutors sought a prison term of one year and three months. Luzian Andrin Zgraggen, 26, submitted his plea before the panel of judges, arguing that he had no intention of insulting […]
Indonesia Golden Visa: How the New International Financial Centre Could Benefit Foreign Investors
The House of Representatives has approved legislation to establish the Indonesia International Financial Centre (Pusat Finansial Indonesia Internasional/PFII), introducing a package of tax incentives aimed at attracting foreign capital, international financial institutions, and global professionals. Among the most notable proposals is a new tax benefit linked to the Indonesia Golden Visa programme. Eligible Golden Visa […]
Garuda Indonesia Changes Free Baggage Policy to Piece Concept Starting September 2026
Garuda Indonesia will introduce a new piece-based baggage allowance system, known as the Piece Concept, for tickets purchased or issued from 1 September 2026. The new policy replaces the current weight-based system and will apply to all flights operated by the national carrier. The airline said the change is intended to simplify baggage regulations and […]
Viral Bali Tailor Issues Public Apology Following Racist Comments to Customer
A tailor in Badung, Bali, has publicly apologised after making racist remarks towards a customer during a dispute over an unfinished clothing alteration order. The incident, which was captured on video and widely shared on social media, prompted mediation by local police before both parties agreed to settle the matter. The tailor, Ni Made Tiadnyani, […]
Singaporean National Detained Following Death of Woman in Denpasar Rental Unit
A Singaporean man has been arrested by Denpasar Police after his girlfriend was found dead inside a boarding house in Pedungan Village, South Denpasar, Bali. The victim, identified by her initials AS (26), was discovered in an advanced state of decomposition after her younger sister went to check on her following several days without contact. […]
Canggu Bar Shooting: Suspect Arrested After Two People Injured at Bali Nightspot
A man suspected of carrying out a shooting at a bar in Canggu, Bali, has been arrested after attempting to leave the island. The incident, which left a security guard and a Chinese national injured, took place at The Shady Pig on Jalan Pantai Berawa, North Kuta, Badung Regency, in the early hours of Friday, […]
Indonesia Applies PNBP Citizenship Fees for Local and Foreign Nationals Effective August 2026
Indonesia will introduce new government fees for foreign nationals applying for Indonesian citizenship through the naturalisation process, following the issuance of Government Regulation (PP) No. 30 of 2026. The regulation, signed by President Prabowo Subianto on 2 July 2026, will come into effect in August 2026, replacing the previous fee schedule under Government Regulation No. […]
TransNusa Launches Direct Bali–Phuket Flights Starting September 9, 2026
TransNusa is set to expand its international network with the launch of a new direct service connecting Bali and Phuket, offering travellers easier access between two of Southeast Asia’s most popular holiday destinations. The new Denpasar (DPS)–Phuket (HKT) route will commence on September 9, 2026, operating four times a week. The airline said the service […]
Viral Video Shows Australian Tourist Confronting Visitor Accused of Littering on Padar Island
A video showing an Australian tourist confronting a visitor accused of littering on Padar Island in Komodo National Park, East Nusa Tenggara, has attracted widespread attention on social media, prompting renewed discussion about responsible tourism and environmental conservation. The footage, uploaded to Instagram by @jay_gojes, has been viewed more than two million times. It was […]
Company Establishment in Indonesia: Common Questions About Registering a PT PMA Company
Indonesia is entering 2026 with continued optimism for foreign investment. According to Bank Indonesia, the country’s economy is projected to grow between 4.9% and 5.7%, supported by industrial transformation, the rapid expansion of the digital economy, and a resilient financial sector. New international financial hubs, strategic industrial cooperation, and government-led investment reforms are further positioning […]