#Tourism
Jakarta offers tax discounts for hotels, restaurants to boost economy
The Jakarta Provincial Administration is granting temporary tax discounts for businesses in the hotel and restaurant sector, effective from Monday, August 25, 2025, until the end of the year, in a bid to stimulate economic growth.
Controversy flares over neglected commitments in Pangandaran fish farming project
A heated debate has erupted over the installation of floating fish cages (KJA) along the East Coast of Pangandaran, West Java, sparking backlash from local communities, tourism stakeholders, and environmental advocates, including former Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Minister Susi Pudjiastuti.
Mt Rinjani trail closure sparks renewed call for safer, smarter mountain tourism
The authorities’ move to temporarily close a major hiking route on Mount Rinjani in Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, following two back-to-back accidents involving foreign tourists has ignited broader discussion on mountain tourism safety, with experts emphasizing the urgent need for reform in high-risk ecotourism management.
N. Sumatra optimistic Toba Caldera Geopark to regain UNESCO “green card” status
The North Sumatra Provincial Administration is optimistic that the Toba Caldera Geopark will regain its “green card” status from UNESCO following an upcoming revalidation assessment scheduled for July 21–25, 2025.
Uganda–Indonesia Business Forum opens new chapter in bilateral cooperation
A milestone in bilateral relations was marked during the Uganda–Indonesia Business Forum held at Park Hyatt Jakarta Thursday, July 10, 2025, where both nations emphasized long-term collaboration across vital sectors including tourism, trade, minerals, oil and gas, and digital innovation.
Brazilian climber’s death at Rinjani questions over Indonesia’s rescue protocols
The tragic death of Brazilian climber Juliana Marins (26) at Mount Rinjani has ignited a wave of grief and criticism from both domestic and international observers, with growing scrutiny over Indonesia’s emergency response capacity in high-risk tourist areas.
House asks for evaluation of nickel mine in Raja Ampat
The House of Representatives (DPR) has emphasized the urgency of evaluating existing mining permits in Raja Ampat, Southwest Papua, an area globally recognized for its marine biodiversity and eco-tourism potential.
Kebumen and Meratus Geoparks named UNESCO Global Geoparks
The UNESCO Executive Board has officially designated Indonesia’s Kebumen and Meratus Geoparks as new UNESCO Global Geoparks (UGGs) during its 221st session held in Paris from April 2 to 17, 2025.
Sandiaga Uno
Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno was born in 1969 in Riau, Indonesia. Uno is the current Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy. During his childhood, he met with Erick Thohir and was in the same elementary school as a schoolmate. Sandiaga Uno was an undergraduate of Wichita State University in the United States, he graduated with a cum laude. He continued his university education in the United States at George Washington University in 1990 after receiving a paid scholarship from William Soerjadjaja and graduated with an MBA in 1992 and a GPA 4.00.
WWF Indonesia-marine tourism firms partner on sustainable coastal practices promotion
World Wide Fund (WWF) Indonesia, through the “Signing Blue” initiative, has set up partnership with 100 companies in the marine tourism sector to support the sustainability of coastal and marine resources and increase the blue economy in Indonesia.