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Sep. 9, 2026
Customs officers at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali detained a 32-year-old Chinese national identified by the initials ZG on Sunday (September 6) after finding 14 gold bars weighing a combined 10.4 kilograms. The gold, valued at approximately IDR 26 billion, was allegedly concealed on the passenger's body.
Jul. 14, 2026
A joint search and rescue team evacuated the body of a Chinese crew member who died aboard a cargo vessel while sailing through the Badung Strait near Bali on Tuesday morning (July 14).
Jun. 26, 2026
Three people, including two Chinese nationals, were injured in a two-vehicle collision on the Denpasar–Gilimanuk highway in Jembrana Regency, western Bali, on Friday afternoon (June 26).
May. 3, 2026
Immigration officers at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport have detained three Chinese nationals suspected of involvement in an aggravated theft case in Bogor, West Java.
Apr. 9, 2026
Indonesian authorities have foiled an attempt to smuggle narcotics into Bali, arresting a Chinese national in Denpasar during a controlled delivery operation linked to a package sent from Malaysia.
Mar. 27, 2026
Bali Police have arrested three suspects in connection with separate sexual assault cases involving foreign tourists in Badung, following incidents reported between March 24 and 25, 2026.
Mar. 25, 2026
A 22-year-old Chinese national, identified as RF, has reported an alleged sexual assault that occurred in the early hours of Monday (March 23) in the Pecatu area of South Kuta, Badung. The case is currently under investigation by Bali Police.
Feb. 15, 2026
Management of Canna has issued a clarification following reports that a Chinese tourist drowned on Thursday (February 12, 2026), emphasizing that the incident did not occur on a private beach owned by the venue and that the victim was not their guest.
Feb. 13, 2026
A 22-year-old Chinese national identified by the initials LM was reported drowned at Canna Beach, located on Jalan Raya Nusa Dua Selatan, Benoa, South Kuta, on Thursday (Feb 12).
Feb. 4, 2026
Indonesian immigration authorities have deported a fugitive from the People’s Republic of China, identified by the initials WY (27), from Bali to Guangzhou under strict security escort.
Ogoh-ogoh are giant effigies paraded through villages across Bali on the night before Nyepi. This tradition, held during Pengerupukan, symbolizes the purification of negative forces and has become one of the island’s most visually striking cultural events.
The Bali Provincial Government has released the official Calendar of Events 2026, outlining cultural festivals, sports events, exhibitions, and public activities scheduled throughout the year.
Nyepi is Bali’s annual Day of Silence, observed as the Saka New Year by Balinese Hindus. Marked by a complete pause in public activity across the island, Nyepi reflects deep cultural values of reflection, balance, and harmony with nature.
Kuta Beach is one of Bali’s most well-known coastal destinations, offering easy access, a long shoreline, and a key role in the island’s tourism history.
Indonesia requires foreign visitors to meet specific passport validity rules before entry. This guide explains the minimum validity requirements, common mistakes, and what travelers should check before visiting Indonesia.
Kelingking Beach is one of Bali’s most recognizable natural landmarks, known for its dramatic cliff formation and sweeping ocean views. This guide explains where it is, how to get there, what to expect on site, and important safety tips for visitors.
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