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View all search resultsBali's tourism head has quashed an idea to build a casino in the island province, saying that it did not align with either the Balinese culture or the nation's laws, whereas the local chair of HIPMI, which broached the idea, said the project could enhance equality, create jobs and grow the local economy – so long as Indonesians were banned from partaking in any gambling activities.
The entertainment industry is up in arms against the increased tax of 40-75 percent for certain services, saying it was out of reach for some businesses that could be forced to shut down, leaving room for illegal businesses to thrive.
Bali’s tourist sector has been relying on domestic travelers since the government closed the borders at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but this approach has not been enough to support the industry, especially accommodation businesses.