The 'melting-pot' region to be highly susceptible towards the spread of COVID-19, given that the nature of the region as the most leading destination.
It is understandable for several people to think that Bali, the 'melting-pot' region, to be highly susceptible towards the spread of COVID-19, given that the nature of the region as the most leading tourism destination in Indonesia. Nevertheless, Bali is also currently being recognized as a model by Indonesian authorities in overcoming the pandemic.
Tourism is the island's main economic sector. In 2019, 6.3 million international tourists visited the island, accounting for 39 percent of all international tourists visiting the country.
Bali Governor I Wayan Koster announced on July 22 that the world famous resort island would reopen its borders for international tourists on Sept. 11 under strict health protocols.
With a population of 4.2 million, as Monday (27 July 2020), Bali has reported 48 virus-related deaths and 2,489 recovered with 3,157 confirmed cases. According to the Bali Governor, Wayan Koster, the success had come with the assistance of approximately 1,500 traditional village committees with a lot of contribution from the majority of Hindu residents.
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