Politics
Latest politics news from Bali & Indonesia
Bali Cracks Down on Villa Construction in Agricultural Zones
Bali's government intensifies enforcement against converting rice fields into villas and tourism developments, marking a shift in protecting agricultural land.
Indonesia Reports 23 Hantavirus Cases with 13% Fatality Rate
Indonesia's Ministry of Health confirms 23 hantavirus cases between 2024 and 2026, resulting in three deaths amid growing health concerns.
Bali's Kerobokan Prison Relocates Away From Tourist Areas
Bali's notorious Kerobokan Penitentiary is being moved from its location near upscale resorts in Badung Regency to an undisclosed new site.
Train Collision Near Bekasi Kills 14 in Catastrophic Accident
A chain-reaction train accident at East Bekasi Station in West Java has claimed at least 14 lives with dozens injured after a vehicle collided with a commuter train.
Chinese Unmanned Submarine Discovered Near Lombok
An unmanned Chinese submersible found near Lombok has been identified as part of an unauthorized underwater surveillance system, raising security concerns.
Bali's Hidden Power Structure: Who Really Controls Development?
Behind Bali's rapid development lies a complex power structure of gatekeepers and cultural custodians who shape the island's transformation and future.
Bali Faces New Lawsuit Over Kelingking Beach Glass Elevator
Investors refile legal action against Bali Provincial Government over the controversial glass elevator project at Kelingking Beach in Nusa Penida.
Bali Police Shut Down Two Nightclubs in Drug Crackdown
Authorities in Bali have sealed two popular nightlife venues, Delona Bar and N Co Living Bali, following an investigation into suspected drug distribution operations.
Bali Murder Sentence Sparks Family Outrage Over 'Light' Justice
The victim's family denounces a Denpasar court's murder conviction sentence as inadequate, calling it a 'joke' and criticizing the judicial system's failure to deliver justice.
Bali Closes Major Landfill in Push Against Pollution Crisis
Bali authorities shut down its largest waste facility, the Suwung TPA landfill, as the island intensifies efforts to combat growing environmental pollution.
Bali Deploys Police to Combat Landfill Crisis
Bali stations police at its largest open landfill as new waste management restrictions take effect, signaling efforts to address long-standing environmental challenges.
Glass Lift at Kelingking Beach Defies Bali Demolition Order
A controversial 180-meter glass lift at Nusa Penida's Kelingking Beach remains standing despite a formal demolition order from Bali's governor issued in November 2025.
Bali Governor Defends Tourism Tax Transparency Amid Questions
Governor Wayan Koster reassures the public that Bali's tourism tax is corruption-free as the island seeks new revenue sources.
Bali's Largest Landfill Faces New Closure Deadline Amid Skepticism
Bali's Suwung landfill is set to close by August 2026, though repeated delays fuel doubts about whether the deadline will be met before peak tourism season.
Denpasar Police HQ Attacked After Red-Light District Crackdown
A violent assault on Denpasar's Public Order Agency headquarters followed an enforcement operation against sex workers in Bali's Danau Tempe district.
Bali LRT Project Fast-Tracked to Ease Island's Traffic Crisis
Indonesia's Transportation Minister accelerates the long-proposed Light Rail Transit system for Bali to address the island's worsening traffic congestion.