Bali police chief Daniel Adityajaya stated that Bali is a global destination and security is a shared responsibility to ensure tourism operates smoothly and benefits all parties. This call for assistance comes after a meeting on 31/10, attended by representatives from major consulates, including Australia, China, Japan, the US, and Russia. This gathering mirrored a previous meeting Adityajaya held in February, highlighting ongoing concerns about tourist behavior and crime.

In the first 10 months of the year, the island recorded 301 criminal cases involving 309 foreign nationals. Beyond visa and immigration violations, international visitors were implicated in serious offenses such as drug crimes, fraud, illegal investment, and cybercrime. This rising trend has prompted authorities to seek external support.

Bali residents perform traditional dances for tourists. *SCMP*.

Suwandi Prihantoro, a Bali police representative, emphasized that the police cannot address this issue alone. They require coordination with local authorities, various departments, and immigration forces to achieve a more orderly Bali. Local officials already conduct surprise passport checks in popular tourist areas like Canggu, Ubud, and Legian to detect violations.

Prihantoro also stated, "The rate of foreigners involved in criminal cases is increasing, and consulates have been asked to assist in protecting their citizens while staying in Bali." During the meeting, all parties agreed to maintain joint inspection campaigns targeting foreigners. Consulates will also appoint liaison officers to facilitate information exchange and prevent misunderstandings that could negatively impact Bali's tourism image.

Police forces are coordinating with local authorities to track down and address violations. To date, 236 foreigners have been deported from Bali. The majority of those deported were citizens from Russia, the US, Australia, Ukraine, and India.

Residents perform a traditional Balinese dance. *Insta stay world*.

Faced with increasing immigration violations, the Indonesian Immigration Directorate has deployed a new task force. This unit is specifically tasked with checking the residency status of foreigners and conducts regular passport checks at major tourist spots across the island.

With over 6,5 million international visitors projected to arrive in Bali this year, authorities are intensifying measures to ensure "safe and high-quality tourism," according to police chief Adityajaya. He emphasized that "ignorance of the law is no excuse," adding that police will continue to strictly deal with all violations. To curb inappropriate tourist behavior, the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism has issued a code of conduct for foreign visitors. This code requires respect for local culture, especially at temples, prohibits climbing sacred trees, and emphasizes maintaining solemnity in sacred places.

By Anh Minh (According to Bali Sun, SCMP)