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Attachments AT A GLANCE Country: Indonesia Risks: Multi-Hazard Area of Engagement: Promoting resilient infrastructure GFDRR partnered with an educational institution in Indonesia to bolster the capacity of the country’s water utility operators — shaping training modules that are now integrated into the curriculum and ensuring the sector’s long-term resilience and sustainability. POPULATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL CHALLENGES THREATEN SUSTAINABLE WATER SUPPLY Rapid urban growth in Indonesia has surpassed the expansion of the country’s water supply infrastructure and has led to challenges in meeting the increasing demand for clean water in urban areas. As local water utilities grapple to provide sufficient coverage, the…

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Indonesia looks to lure more Chinese tourists Photo chinesetouristagency.comJAKARTA Indonesia is looking to attract more Chinese tourists, aiming to welcome one million to 1.5 million Chinese tourist in 2024, according to Indonesia’s Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno.The minister said he has invited Chinese tourism firms to intensify tour packages to Indonesia, particularly to super priority destinations to promote the country’s natural advantages and cultural identities.Speaking to the press and Chinese tourism firms in Shanghai on June 28, the minister said, besides Bali, Indonesia has promoted five super priority destinations, namely Borobudur, Lake Toba, Likupang, Labuan Bajo and…

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Table of Contents {{ tocState.toggleTocShowMore ? ‘Show more’ : ‘Show less’ }} While Indonesia may be most famous for its tourist hub, Bali, the archipelago, as a whole, has grown in popularity in recent months. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reported Indonesia replacing New Zealand as the top destination for short-term trips overseas by Australians last year—the first time since the Bureau started collecting travel records nearly 50 years ago. Roughly 1.37 million Australians visited Indonesia in 2023. While some 86% took a holiday there, 7% visited friends or relatives. Whatever your reason for visiting the country, you’ll want…

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Indonesia Tourism Skyrockets in 2024 with visa free access to 79 countries including Brazil, Japan, Malaysia and Qatar – Travel And Tour World Copyright © Travel And Tour World – All Rights ReservedWe use cookies on our website of Travel And Tour World to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit “Cookie Settings” to provide a controlled consent. Read MoreManage consent Source link

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Indonesia tourism marks a strong GDP contribution in the country that makes a wonderful nation – Travel And Tour World Copyright © Travel And Tour World – All Rights ReservedWe use cookies on our website of Travel And Tour World to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit “Cookie Settings” to provide a controlled consent. Read MoreManage consent Source link

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Soon, Indian tourists may be issued free entry visas in Indonesia. In an effort to boost tourist visits and stimulate the economy, Indonesia is planning to offer free entry visas to travellers from 20 countries, including India. Indonesian Tourism Minister Sandiaga Uno announced last week that the project to extend the visa exemption policy is on track. He assured reporters that Indonesia would finalise the policy “before the change of government in October 2024.” Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp Minister Uno stated that providing free entry visas to these 20 countries is expected to increase foreign tourist…

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Holidaymakers set to jet off to Indonesia have been issued new advice by the Foreign Office. Brits heading to the country – including hotspots Bali, Lombok and Jakarta – are being warned they must follow certain passport rules.UK tourists could be refused entry if they do not meet requirements. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) updated its guidance for Indonesia on Tuesday, April 23.It said travellers from the UK must have passports which are valid for at least six months after the date of arrival in Indonesia. Passports must also have at least two blank pages inside.READ MORE: Face…

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Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines Forge Exclusive Codeshare Agreements to Boost Trips in Asia – Travel And Tour World Copyright © Travel And Tour World – All Rights ReservedWe use cookies on our website of Travel And Tour World to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit “Cookie Settings” to provide a controlled consent. Read MoreManage consent Source link

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BALI: SpaceX founder Elon Musk will be in Indonesia for the launch of the company’s Starlink internet satellite service in the country on May 19, state media reported citing a senior minister.The American tech billionaire will join Indonesian President Joko Widodo to launch the broadband services of the aerospace company’s satellite network at the World Water Forum (WWF) in Bali, the country’s Maritime Affairs and Investment Coordinating Minister Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan said on Wednesday, according to Antara news agency. “The President, together with Elon Musk, will launch Starlink in the hopes of facilitating communication in remote areas. The launch will…

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LONDON: Before last Thursday, few British voters outside of the east London constituency of Ilford North had heard of Leanne Mohamad, the independent candidate running for election in the seat held by one of the Labour Party’s biggest names. Mohamad’s name was no better known after the election, in which Wes Streeting, Labour’s shadow health secretary, held on to the seat he had captured from the Conservatives in 2015. But the success of the 23-year-old British-Palestinian in coming within a whisker of defeating Streeting was one of several warning shots fired across the bows of a Labour Party which has…

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