Protests in Bali over reclamation projects


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Environmental protests are an unusual sight in Bali, Indonesia. But a proposal to reclaim land for 12 islets has locals up in arms. Photos: AFP

It was an unusual sight on the “Island of the Gods” – Bali in Indonesia – which is better known for hordes of foreign visitors, its ancient Hindu culture and picture-postcard temples.

But a proposed US$15bil (RM60bil) project that involves constructing artificial islets to host luxury resorts in Benoa Bay has sparked the biggest protest movement seen on the resort island for years.

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