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A new Beach Waste Management Task Force has been created by Bali governor, who will work exclusively on the beaches, and will not need to serve the wider area, as they had before

Traveloka announced it will lay off staff following a shift to technology-based jobs in a “workforce evolution focused on capabilities, technology and growth”. Traveloka added they will continue to hire across a wide range of roles, especially in AI, data, product and engineering

The lawyers representing the investment company behind the Nusa Penida Glass Elevator Project, PT Indonesia Kaishi Tourism Property Investment Development Group, are calling on the Governor of Bali to reverse the decision to cancel the project. Bali Governor announced the project would be cancelled in Nov 2025, and ordered the demolition work and restoration work to be completed in 6 months. The project was developed with a fund of 200 billion IDR

Indonesian officials said the country might withdraw from the Board of Peace if the US-backed diplomatic initiative fails to achieve independence for Palestine. The decision to join the board has received criticism in Indonesia

TRAppe has expanded its travel platform beyond Bali, to a global listing of locally owned accommodation, restaurants, tours and experiences, with a focus on community-led travel businesses. The platform does not take commission and encourages travellers to book directly with featured businesses, to keep more revenue within the local economies

Indonesia and South Africa agreed to collaborate on sustainable tourism, human resource development, marketing and promotion, tourism investment, safety and service standards, research and development, and other tourism sector initiatives. The agreement was achieved during a bilateral meeting with the Tourism Ministers from both countries. In 2025, 36,548 South Africans visited Indonesia

Statistics Indonesia (BPS) announced that Indonesia’s GDP expanded 5.11% in 2025 vs 5.03% in 2024, missing its 5.2% target. In Q4 2025, the growth reached 5.39% YoY. The Finance Minister said economic growth would reach 6% in 2026, 6.5% in 2027, close to 7% in 2028, and 8% in 2029

Riau Province is preparing for a higher risk of land and forest fires at the end of the rainy season. The province has already recorded fires across 59.38 hectares since the beginning of 2026. The Head of Disaster Mitigation and Firefighting Agency (BPBD Damkar) for Riau said the province already recorded 13 large fires in 6 regencies in the past week alone, including the provincial capital Pekanbaru. Authorities have detected more than 200 hotspots across the province in Jan 2026, with at least 40 fire incidents

The death toll in the landslide in West Java reached 85 as the search for missing people entered its 12th day. The landslide struck a village in West Bandung Regency on 24 Jan

HBX Group organised its event, MarketHub Asia 2026, from 3-4 Feb in Bali, Indonesia, under the theme “UNLOCKED”. The event will host senior decision-makers from across distribution, hospitality, technology and data, to discuss how the travel industry will evolve in the future

Indonesia recorded 15.39 million international arrivals in 2025, +10.8% YoY and exceeding Indonesia's target of 14-15 million arrivals. The Tourism Minister said 71% of the visitors were from target countries, with Malaysia being the largest contributor, and the UAE recording the highest growth. The average expenditure per arrival reached $1,267 USD, higher than the target of $1,220 USD. Tourism receipts are expected to reach $18.91 billion USD in 2025, +13.71% YoY. Domestic trips reached 1.2 billion in 2025, +17.55% YoY. The full-year 2025 revenue is expected to reach 73.55 trillion IDR, +56.05% YoY

The Jakarta Government is looking to boost the local film industry by improving production permits and creative facilities. Deputy Governor of Jakarta said he is optimistic about Jakarta’s plan to become a top global hub for film production during the Jakarta Youth Film Festival (JYFF) on 2 Feb

The Tourism Minister announced that Bali recorded 12.2 million tourist arrivals from Jan-Nov 2025, denying that Bali received poor arrivals

Indonesia welcomed 1.34 million Chinese visitors in 2025, the highest in 6 years and the fourth biggest source market, or 8.7% of total visitors. The popular cities are Bali and Jakarta, which collectively welcomed 1 million visitors

Archipelago Group is expanding globally with the launch of its first luxury brand in partnership with Tonino Lamborghini. The singing event was held during the CEO Table: Hospitality Unpacked in Jakarta. Under the collaboration, both companies will launch Tonino Lamborghini Hotels by Huxley, with the first 4 projects signed in the Dominican Republic, Colombia and Miami. Archipelago will manage Tonino Lamborghini Residence. The group is also looking to expand its luxury portfolio in Mexico, Indonesia, and the Philippines, with making a strategic entry into the Middle East. Archipelago signed a joint venture agreement with Knowledge Economic City (KEC) to establish a hospitality management company in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, at the end of 2025. Under the partnership, they aim to develop a Saudi hotel brand and deliver its first project in Madinah, as part of KEC’s attempt to expand in Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector

Indonesia’s inflation rate reached 3.55% in Jan 2026 vs 2.92% in Dec 2025, and below the 3.78% expected by analysts polled by Reuters. The inflation rate is also above the target range of 1.5%-3.5% by the Central Bank. The annual core inflation reached 2.45% in Jan 2026, vs 2.38% in Dec 2025

The Bali Governor met with the UK Deputy Ambassador in Denpasar to seek international partnership with the Embassy to resolve waste management issues within 2 years, and by 2030, achieve improvements in traffic congestion and infrastructure. The Governor said they are looking to implement a comprehensive upstream-to-downstream approach, including developing a waste-to-energy facility capable of processing over 1,000 tons of waste daily. The Deputy Ambassador said the UK is cooperating with the Bali Provincial Transportation Office, under the Future Cities Infrastructure Program, to complete feasibility studies for transportation projects. The UK will help Bali connect with expert consultants in waste recycling and public education. In 2025, Bali recorded 270,000 British arrivals, and it is expected to reach 350,000 in 2026. Overall, Bali recorded 7 million foreign tourists in 2025

Indonesia will increase oversight of cruise ship traffic in its waters to protect coral reef ecosystems. An official from the Environment Ministry said all shipping companies, including cruise ship operators, must carry insurance to cover environmental damages, including for coral reefs

The Indonesian Foreign Minister highlighted the need for lasting and inclusive stability in Myanmar during the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (AMM) in Cebu. He added that Indonesia is “ready to facilitate inclusive dialogue” among all relevant stakeholders and “share its experience in nation-building, reconciliation, and regional autonomy”

The Indonesian Quarantine Agency (Barantin) is heightening the monitoring of movements of animal, plant, and other carrier commodities to prevent the entry and spread of the Nipah virus, amid rising cases in some South Asian countries

Indonesia will partner with the World Economic Forum (WEF) to host the first Ocean Impact Summit from 8-9 Jun in Bali. Head of Multilateral Cooperation at the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries expressed their goal to make “Indonesia a global ocean economy hub, not only in Southeast Asia”. She noted that the summit is expected to boost Indonesia’s leadership in the marine and fisheries sector. The event is also supported by OceanX, a global nonprofit focused on sustainable ocean technology and innovation

Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ASEAN tourism through participation in the 2026 ATF TRAVEX from 28-30 Jan in Cebu. The Wonderful Indonesia Pavilion is themed “Go Beyond Ordinary” and features nine Indonesian tourism stakeholders, including tour operators and hotel groups. The pavilion showcases offerings from key destinations, including the Ten Priority Tourism Destinations and Three Regenerative Tourism Destinations, while also highlighting experience-led products like marine, wellness, gastronomy, and Muslim-friendly tourism

Chair of the Bali Chapter of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Association (PHRI-Bali) reported that visits to Bali rose around 10.2% YoY, yet hotel occupancy rates fell by around 8% YoY, which directly impacts regional tax revenues. He highlighted the rise of unlicensed accommodation providers and villa rentals on digital platforms, which creates unfair competition with licensed hotels and tourism businesses. The Bali Provincial Government is looking to improve regulatory oversight of Internet-platform-based accommodation businesses, ensuring all businesses are licensed and registered with tourism associations, and contribute to regional tax collections

The inaugural National Chinese New Year Festival will be held from 27 Feb-3 Mar at Lapangan Banteng in Jakarta. As the Chinese New Year coincides with Ramadan, the event also aims to provide “a space for reflection and interaction among religious communities”, with activities including joint iftar gatherings and Tarawih prayers at the Istiqlal Mosque. The programme will also include lantern events in several cities, culinary markets, an open-air museum showcasing Chinese culture integration in Indonesia, as well as a parade and performances. Aside from Jakarta, several activities will be held in Singkawang, Palembang, Solo, Semarang, Manado, Makassar, Surabaya, Medan, Bogor, Batam, and Pontianak

Jakarta Transportation Agency’s Water Transport Unit extended the suspension of fast boat services from Muara Angke port to the Thousand Islands due to unsafe weather conditions, which has been in effect since 25 Jan. The suspension applies to all four main routes serving both the southern and northern areas of the Thousand Islands. Passengers who already possess tickets can request a full refund in accordance with the original purchase terms

The Deputy Minister for Marketing at the Tourism Ministry believes that Indonesia is “increasingly perceived as the destination to be on a global scale”. She noted that Indonesia is expected to have welcomed 15-16 million international arrivals in 2025, reaching its annual target, with a target of 16-17.6 million for 2026. She added that domestic travel has also surged to 1.09 billion trips in 2025, with expectations for the number to reach 1.18 billion in 2026. Tourism now employs 25.9 million people across the full ecosystem, with the sector contributing nearly 4% to the national GDP by Q3 2025, with forecasts from major Indonesian banks suggesting it may be closer to 4.9%. Tourism employment is expected to increase to 26.5 million in 2026, with GDP contribution rising to 4.6%. Tourism receipts stood at 13.82 billion USD with an average spending of 1,259 USD per arrival in 2025, with 2026 targets aiming for 22-24.7 billion USD receipts with an average spending per pax of 1,372-1,404 USD

Bali’s Badung Regency Government confirmed that it will be developing five new tourism villages in 2026 – Kapal Tourism Village, Petang Tourism Village, Munggu Village, Bongkasa Pertiwi Village, and Pangsan Village

Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport has strengthened health screening for arriving passengers as a precaution against Nipah virus. Thermal scanner units have been installed at the airport, including two at international arrival terminals, and one unit each at domestic arrivals and the VIP terminal. Passenger traffic at the airport has been high recently, with an average of 35,358 passengers per day

The Health Quarantine Centre (BBKK) of Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport has intensified supervision of arriving passengers to prevent the potential spread of Nipah virus. Travellers arriving in Indonesia have already been asked to fill out a health declaration prior to entering the country. No Nipah virus transmission have been detected in Indonesia to date

Singapore-based HitPay Payment Solutions Pte. Ltd. launched its Borderless QR system, which enables merchants to accept payments from travellers from Asia-Pacific countries. Customers can pay “instantly” with their home wallet at mid-market rates with zero additional fees, while merchants receive next-day settlement in local currency. Merchants using HitPay can now support QR Ph (Philippines), PayNow (Singapore), QRIS (Indonesia), PromptPay (Thailand), VietQR (Vietnam), WeChat Pay (China, and UPI (India)

The Environment Ministry has halted operations at major emitting facilities run by eight companies in Greater Jakarta – identified only as PT BK; PT MF; PT MG; PT KP; PT RJ; PT PM; PT DK; and PT TK – for failing to comply with emissions standards

The Indonesian and US governments jointly launched the Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Act (TFCCA) programme, a debt-swap mechanism aimed at supporting coral reef conservation in Indonesia. Under the scheme, funds originally allocated for debt repayment are instead redirected to support conservation activities in Indonesia. The debt-swap agreement under TFCCA is valued at 35 million USD, and was first announced in Jul 2024. The iniative is supported by a 3 million USD contribution from Conservation International and Konservasi Indonesia and 1.5 million USD from The Nature Conservancy and Yayasan Konservasi Alam Nusantara (YKAN). Indonesia is the first country worldwide to implement TFCCA specifically for coral reefs. The first cycle will focus on three priority seascapes – Bird’s Head in West Papua , Lesser Sunda (Bali, NTB, NTT), and Banda (Maluku). A total of 58 local organisations and initiatives have been chosen to implement the programme

The Hajj and Umrah Ministry is developing a digital platform for Hajj souvenirs, integrated with domestic products. The Director General of Hajj and Umrah Economic Ecosystem Development at the ministry said that many souvenirs sold in Saudi Arabia, such as prayer beads and prayer rugs, are actually produced in Indonesia. The ministry is aiming to cut the supply chain so pilgrims can purchase the products directly from local producers. The ministry also plans to hold a "Hajj Souvenir MSME Expo”

The Finance Minister reported that overall GDP growth in Indonesia is expected to have reached the 5.2% target for 2025, despite widespread flooding in late 2025. The 2026 growth target is maintained at 5.4%

The Tourism Ministry has officially launched Karisma Event Nusantara (KEN) 2026, featuring 125 events from 38 provinces, up from 110 events in KEN 2025

Institut Français Indonesia (IFI), Kinderkloud, and Milou, along with Wonderful Indonesia, and supported by the Indonesian Tourism Ministry, launched the children’s storybook “Woven Worlds” in celebration of 75 years of Indonesia-France diplomatic relations. The book highlights Indonesia and France’s culture through rattan crafts

Jakarta Governor called for collective action and coordinated, phased measures to tackle flooding. He said the provincial government had mapped flood mitigation plans across short-, medium- and long-term. He explained that medium- and long-term efforts include normalising 3 major rivers — the Ciliwung, Krukut, and Old Cakung — to improve water flow and reduce overflow risks, while short-term efforts include weather modification operations, drainage cleaning, and urging residents not to dump waste into waterways

The National Disaster Agency (BNPB) reported that a landslide triggered by heavy rain in West Bandung, Java, killed at least eight people and left 82 missing

The Jakarta Provincial Government urged companies to implement flexible work-from-home (WFH) arrangements as extreme weather conditions continue to cause flooding

Indonesia’s rupiah hit a record low vs the USD on 20 Jan, at 16,985 per dollar, lower than Apr 2025’s 16,957. It has fallen 2% in Jan 2026 so far, and dropped 3.5% in 2025

The Ministry of Tourism has affirmed that it will continue its commitment to human resources in 2026, and that in 2025, the tourism industry would encompass 25.91 million workers

The Tourism Minister addressed the video recording where she was reprimanded by members of the House of Representatives (DPR) for refusing to attend a meeting with Commission VII of the DPR. She stated that she never refused a meeting with the commission and explained that due to the numerous agenda, the meeting ended up being split in two and will continue next week. She affirmed that Commission VII and her are “partners and respect each other”

The joint search and rescue (SAR) team has recovered the cockpit voice recorder (CVR) and flight data recorder (FDR) from the wreckage of an Indonesia Air Transport ATR crash in South Sulawesi

Saudi Arabia and eight Muslim-majority countries, including Indonesia, have agreed to join US President Trump’s “Board of Peace” to support “peace efforts” on the Gaza conflict

The International Monetary Fund (IMG) projects a 5.1% economic growth for Indonesia in 2026, an upgrade from its Oct’s projection of 4.9% growth for 2026. It also upgraded its 2027 outlook from 5% to 5.1%

The Acting Head of the Badung Environment and Forestry Agency said that his team has conducted an inspection following the circulation of a footage of wastewater leakage at Suluban Beach in Uluwatu, Bali. The team found that the leak was caused by a broken drainpipe belonging to a nearby restaurant. The agency is planning to gather business owners in the Suluban Beach area to discuss more effective waste management

The Tourism Minister projects international arrivals in 2025 to reach 15.3 million, surpassing the government’s target of 15 million. She added that 72% of visitors came from countries targeted by the ministry’s promotional campaigns, with Malaysia contributing the largest share at 17%

Meliá Hotels International signed a new management agreement with Saraswanti Group for Meliá Sentul Resort & Convention Centre, a newly built five-star hotel set to open in 2028. It will be the company’s 7th hotel in Indonesia

The Tourism Minister reaffirmed the ministry’s five flagship programmes, which include improving travel safety, developing tourist villages, quality tourism, Events by Indonesia, and Tourism 5.0. The ministry has also strengthened human resource development and institutions, through government-facilitated competency-based training and certification for 1,900 participants. Tourism human resources training in the soft skills, managerial skills, and sustainable tourism is targeted to reach 2,090 people in 38 provinces, while vocational education through six tourism polytechnics sets a target of 2,950 graduates

Raja Ampat Regency has increased tourism charges for visitors from 75,000 IDR to 300,000 IDR per visit. International visitors will pay 1 million IDR, an increase from 300,000 IDR, while children under 12 are exempt from the levy. This fee will be imposed in addition to the provincial and national charges of 425,000 IDR for domestic visitors and 700,000 IDR for foreign visitors. The Raja Ampat regent said this policy will address the tourism revenue imbalances. 60% of the fee collected will be allocated to the regency’s own-sourced income, 15% to tourism development at the village level, and 25% to operational management, such as marine and land patrols, coral reef rehabilitation and waste management. The Chairman of the Southwest Papua Chapter of the Association of Indonesian Tour and Travel Agencies expressed concerns over the implementation of the fee. He added that most trips to Raja Ampat are booked at least 6 months in advance, and the operator will not have sufficient time to adjust pricing and absorb the additional costs

The Tourism Ministry and the Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises will collaborate to expedite the development of tourism villages through a new cooperative-based framework, which will connect tourism villages with locally established cooperatives under the Red and White Village Cooperatives programme. The policy aims to ensure that tourism-related revenues remain within local communities

Savaya Group and Kharisma Anugrah Jawara Abadi (KAJA Group) have introduced Zumana, a new beachfront hospitality project planned for Kuta Beach in Bali. The project will open in 2026, offering a venue for music and other gatherings. The venue will cover about 3,250m², including a beachfront day-use area and a 200-seat restaurant to operate from daytime until evening dining and nightlife

SPUN, an Indonesian-based startup company focusing on AI-enabled visa infrastructure, has received seed funding of $1.8 million from Genesia Ventures of Japan. They also received funding from their existing backers, including Antler, Iterative, and Kopital Ventures, as well as new funders Spiral Ventures and angel investor Kum Hong Siew. SPUN supports more than 300 visa types across over 90 countries, serving both consumers and business clients. The new funds will be used to enter new Southeast Asian markets, to increase automation capabilities, and to strengthen integrations with travel platforms and B2B partners. SPUN is developing AI-enabled infrastructure to standardise visa application workflows and has processed thousands of visa applications in its first year, achieving a 99% approval rate using a fully paid, market-priced model

The Travellers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best by TripAdvisor, ranked Bali as the world’s best destination for 2026. Bali Governor is satisfied with this ranking, which was maintained throughout 2025 despite facing several issues. Other destinations ranked in the list are London, Dubai, Hanoi, Paris, Rome, Marrakesh, Bangkok, Crete, and New York. Bali is also ranked as a top honeymoon destination, a top 10 cultural destination, a top 10 solo travel destination, and a top 20 trending city

Bali’s Villa Rental & Management Association (BVRMA) has received more than 100 cases of villa fraud and scams in Bali, such as reservation scams, fake social media accounts, fake websites, and dodgy agents using other villas as part of their scams. Bali is expected to welcome 7 million international tourists in 2026. The Chairman of BVRMA said these cases could affect Bali’s tourism image and have already caused hundreds of millions of rupiah in losses. To combat this, BVRMA has launched an official villa verification system accessible to the public via the official website. BVRMA will also collaborate with local governments, law enforcement officials, digital platforms, and Online Travel Agents (OTA) to work together to crack down on fraud cases in the accommodation sector

The Culture Minister asked for Gunung Kunci Fort and Palasari Fort in Sumedang District, West Java, to be designated as national cultural heritage sites for preservation

The Minister of Culture said that the government is committed to promoting the revitalisation of the Pasir Angin Site Museum in Bogor District, West Java, to stay relevant for the visitors, especially the younger visitors

The Bali Maritime Tourism Hub, also known as the Benoa Port, has welcomed 6 luxury cruise ships from 1-13 Jan, with 5,500 passengers and 2,802 crew. In 2025, Benoa Port welcomed 65 cruise ships with a total of 140,000 passengers. Based on the schedule, Benoa Port will receive 61 luxury cruises in 2026, but the passengers might drop as they shift their focus from smaller and luxurious ships

Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) of Bali warned it will revoke the conservation centres’ permits if they fail to comply with regulations and stop elephant riding programs. BKSDA Bali’s Head said there are 13 conservation centres as of 2025, including 5 which manage 83 Sumatran elephants. The Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation of the Ministry of Forestry issued a warning on 18 Dec 2025 to ban elephant riding activities at conservation centres. He added that conservation centres must prioritise animal welfare at all times

Indonesian ride-hailing drivers set to receive better financial and social benefits under a Presidential decree. The decree will cut the caps on commissions the ride-hailing companies collect from the drivers from 20% to 10%. This ruling could limit the platforms’ profit margin. The e-hailing platforms would also have to pay for drivers’ accident and death insurance in full, which could cost the companies about $1 USD per month for each of their drivers

The Finance Minister is confident that the Indonesian rupiah (IDR) will strengthen within 2 weeks. He also added that Indonesia’s economy could expand by 6% in 2026

The Central Bank will keep intervening in the foreign exchange markets to defend the depreciating rupiah (IDR). IDR dropped to 16,865 IDR against USD on 14 Jan

The Vice President chaired the 2026 National Coordination Meeting on Tourism. The Tourism Minister, during the meeting, said that the tourism industry is expected to contribute 4.9% of GDP in 2026. The government recorded several key tourism indicators exceeding its targets, including growth in international and domestic tourists, increased foreign exchange spending, and employment

Indonesia recorded 1.2 million tourist arrivals in Nov 2025, and 13.98 million tourists from Jan-Nov 2025, +10.44% YoY. The top 5 source markets are Malaysia, Australia, Singapore, China, and Timor-Leste, contributing to 56% of total international arrivals. The top 5 entry points are I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali, Soekarno–Hatta Airport in Jakarta, Juanda Airport in Surabaya, Kualanamu Airport in Medan, and Yogyakarta International Airport. The domestic trips from Jan-Nov 2025 reached 1.09 billion, surpassing Indonesia's 2025 target of 1.08 billion trips. From 18 Dec 2025 to 4 Jan 2026, in conjunction with the Christmas and New Year period, the Ministry of Transportation recorded 11.81 million visitors in 10 Priority Tourism Destinations and 3 Regenerative Destinations, +10.95% YoY. The Tourism Minister said the Ministry will focus beyond managing short-term momentum, to consistently promoting long-term strategic programs to improve the quality of the tourist experience, increasing spending, and make the country as a high-value destination

Indonesia targets $22-$24.7 billion USD in tourism receipts in 2026, contributing 4.5%-4.7% to the GDP. In Q3 2025, the tourism sector contributed 3.96% to the GDP, with $13.82 billion USD in foreign exchange. Indonesia recorded 13.98 million international visitors from Jan-Nov 2025. Indonesia targets 16.0-17.6 million arrivals in 2026. The average spending per visitor is $1,259 USD. The top source markets are Malaysia (17.3%), Australia (11.3%), Singapore (10.5%), and China (8.8%)

The Tourism Minister has asked the travel companies to develop high-value and niche itineraries to meet the travel demand. The Ministry has launched several travel guides to support the product development, such as Wisata Rasa Bumi Pasundan, Indonesia Gourmet Guide, Wellness Journey Across the Java Wonders, and the Wonderful Indonesia Diving Directory. The Tourism Minister said Indonesia should not just focus on the number of visitors, but Indonesia should also improve the quality of experience for the tourists to ensure the industry remains sustainable for generations. The Association of the Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (ASITA) celebrated its 55th anniversary and signed an MoU with Messe Berlin (Singapore) to collaborate for Travel Meet Asia 2026

The Bali Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) issued a weather forecast of high rainfall across Bali from 13-20 Jan. BMKG is expected to record over 300mm of rainfall in the next 10 days in Kuta. Other parts of Bali with high rainfall alerts are the Mengwi District, Tabanan Regency, Ubud, Sidemen, and Kintamani. High sea wave warnings were also issued until 16 Jan, with an average wave height of 2.5m. Tourists travelling by fast boat and ferry, and those involved in marine activities, are encouraged to check with their operators before travel

Indonesia is closing all Mount Rinjani hiking trails in Q1 2026 for the safety of climbers and environmental preservation. The rainy season in early 2026 poses risks such as slippery paths, thick fog, and overflowing waterways. The routes affected in this closure are Senaru, Torean, Sembalun, Timbanuh, Tetebatu, and the Aik Berik trails. The authorities will carry out trail repairs, facility maintenance, and climbing management review during the closure period

The President expressed commitment to the $32 billion USD project to build the Nusantara capital city project. The President approved 48.8 trillion IDR of funds for the project until 2029, only around 60% of what the previous administration spent between 2022 and 2024