Tourism Minister Invites Indonesian Entrepreneurs To Work From Bali

 

The Indonesian Tourism Minister, Sandiaga Uno, has invited entrepreneurs and professionals from Indonesia to work from Bali to help recover the tourism sector and boost economic activity on the island. 

After recently setting up an office in Bali, The Tourism Minister is focusing on recovery strategies while gaining insight from affected business owners.

During an interview on Friday (29/1), Sandiaga Uno said he is currently preparing a program with benefits to attract business engagement to the island. 

“I invite entrepreneurs and professionals to start considering working from Bali. There are two functions, the first is that we can become more efficient and enjoy the natural beauty of the island. And second, we can help the tourism sector and creative economy in Bali.” said Sandiaga Uno.

Sandiaga Uno hopes to restore motivation and hope to the people of Bali by finding short and long-term solutions to recover from the economic crisis.

“I’ve discussed this program with the Bali provincial government to prepare work packages, and perhaps even study packages, in Bali so we could begin promotion in the near future.” Sandiaga concluded. 

He also plans to offer opportunities to expats who have been working in Jakarta to relocate to Bali. He assured that health and safety protocols will be prioritized during this program. Sandiaga Uno hopes that this program will help the people of Bali as 80 percent of them are dependent on the tourism sector.

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INDONESIA EXTENDS INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT BAN UNTIL FEBRUARY 8

 

The Indonesian government has decided to extend its international flight ban for another 14 days. The extension will be carried out from January 26 to February 8, 2021.

The decision comes as COVID-19 cases continue to surge across the country.

The Indonesian Economic Minister, Airlangga Hartanto made the announcement during a press conference on Thursday (21/1).

“For restrictions on foreigners to Indonesia, an extension of the ban is also carried out, from January 26 to February 8, 2021,” said Hartarto.

The ban forbids foreign nationals from entering the country, however the following are exempt from the policy:

Expats with diplomatic visa

KITAS and KITAP holders

Licensed expats from institutions or ministries

Indonesian citizens returning to the country

Although exceptions are made, all travelers are obliged to entry requirements and protocols, including presenting a negative result PCR test taken a maximum of 72 hours before departure, attached to the e-HAC International Indonesia.

Upon arrival, they will be re-tested by a swab test and asked to quarantine for five days.

While the government has arranged quarantine facilities free of charge for Indonesian citizens, foreign nationals must quarantine at their own expense, at a hotel certified by the Health Ministry. 

As per foreign government officials, they are able to self-isolate within their official residence.

Following the quarantine, another swab test will be conducted before they are able to freely move within Indonesian territory. 

In the case the tests result positive, medical expenses for Indonesian citizens will be covered by the government while foreign nationals will be treated at the hospital at their own expense.

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BALI OFFICIALS INCREASE FINES FOR FOREIGNERS REFUSING TO FOLLOW PROTOCOLS

 

Governor Wayan Koster highlighted the number of foreign nationals refusing to comply with health protocols in Bali.

He has decided to take firm action by forbidding entry into tourist sites and restaurants to individuals refusing to abide by protocols.

In addition, officials have decided to increase fines to noncompliant foreigners so they may take protocols more seriously. 

During a live stream on the National Disaster Management (BNPB) YouTube Channel about the partial lockdown set to be enforced in Java and Bali, the governor explained that most locals in Bali tend to comply with prevention protocols.

He also admitted to receiving many reports from officers regarding foreign nationals refusing to wear masks in public places.

He ordered all businesses, specifically cafes and restaurants, to refuse service to individuals without masks.

“I will set a new policy to solve this problem, those who refuse to wear masks will not be able to enter any public areas like cafes or restaurants” said Koster on Friday (8/1). 

According to data from National Disaster Management (BNPB), 96% of people in Bali have complied with wearing masks and 91% with following physical distancing.

“The level of compliance in Bali is considered the highest in Indonesia,” Koster added.

Meanwhile, the Head of Badung Public Civil Service, I Gusti Agung Kerta Suryanegara said that according to the new decree from the governor, fines will be increased for foreigners as opposed to locals.

“I think a fine of USD 7.1 (IDR 100,000) is too low for them. It has to be higher than the fines for local people, to make them regret ignoring our policies” Suryanegara said on Friday (8/1).

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