Bali moves to ensure public access to beaches


Bali is consi­dering a ban on beach privatisation amid growing concerns that commercial development is making it increasingly difficult for locals to access the shoreline, including for important religious ceremonies.

On Monday, Governor I Wayan Koster submitted a draft provincial regulation on beach and shoreline protection to the Bali Regional Legislative Council (DPRD) to ensure public access to the island’s beaches remains protected.

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