Faster Entry for Foreign Tourists: 90 Autogates Installed at Ngurah Rai Airport

Foreign tourists undergo immigration checks at Autogate Ngurah Rai Bali

The Directorate General of Immigration inaugurated the operation of 90 Autogates that integrate Face Recognition and Border Control Management (BCM) technology at the Bali Airport International Arrival and Departure terminals to support an effective and efficient immigration inspection process. Of the 90 units, 60 automated machines are in the international arrivals area, and 30 are […]

BBN Airlines Takes Off: New Jakarta to Denpasar Flights Launched

BBN Airlines Denpasar Flight

Indonesia’s newest commercial airline, Bluebird Nordic (BBN) Airlines, has officially entered the Indonesian aviation industry. BBN Airlines began transporting passengers generally on September 27, 2024, with several flight routes to major Indonesian cities. Today, October 2, 2024, It began providing the Jakarta-Bali route via Ngurah Rai Airport, Denpasar, a significant addition to the airline’s network […]

A Different Kind of Morning: Foreigners React to Indonesia’s Gymnastics Routine

indonesia culture gymnastic

Morning exercise or morning gymnastic, a deeply ingrained habit in Indonesian society, is routinely practiced from schools to various companies. Even some government agencies incorporate this activity into their work, underscoring its cultural significance. Well, apparently, this habit also did not escape the attention of foreigners or expats living in Indonesia. As shown by the […]

Indonesian Government Pushes for Spice Route to Be Designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site

Spice Route Unesco

Before European exploration, Southeast Asia was the epicentre of the world’s spices. Not only as a commodity, spices changed the way of life and traditions of the people, bringing about an exchange of cultural values between nations. Dino Kusnadi, Associate Diplomat of the East Asia Directorate of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, emphasized the importance […]

Indonesia and Azerbaijan Signed Service and Diplomatic Visa Free Agreement

Indonesia azerbaijan signed agreement for Visa free for diplomatic and government service

Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi held a bilateral meeting with Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov on the sidelines of the High-level Week of the 79th UN General Assembly Session in New York, United States, on Friday, 27 September 2024. The meeting was preceded by the signing of the Diplomatic and Service Visa Free Agreement (PBVDD) […]

World Rabies Day: Bali Aims to be Rabies-Free by 2030

rabies bali

The large number of stray dogs and cats in Bali has prompted the Bali provincial government to intensify its rabies eradication efforts. The number of rabies cases in Bali is still considered high, although it has decreased compared to the previous year. During the commemoration of World Rabies Day at Mertasari Beach in Sanur, Denpasar, […]

Indonesia vs Yemen Score Draw, Indonesian Team Qualifies as U20 Cup Group Champions

Indonesia vs Yemen Score Draw 1-1

Indonesia vs Yemen scored 1-1 in the last match of Group F of the 2025 U20 Asian Cup qualifiers at the Madya Stadium on Sunday night, September 29, 2024. This result ensures Garuda Muda’s position as group winner and qualification. Both teams scored in first-half injury time. One additional point is enough for Indonesia to […]