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President Prabowo Demands Action on Bali's Waste Crisis

2/5/2026

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto criticized Bali's provincial government for a worsening waste problem that jeopardizes tourism and Indonesia's global reputation.
During a Bogor meeting, he cited complaints from foreign dignitaries about Bali's cleanliness.
Prabowo urged immediate action and threatened military involvement for regular clean-ups if local officials fail to address the issue.
Bali Governor Wayan Koster attributed waste to seasonal ocean currents, complicating cleanup.

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto criticized Bali's provincial government for a worsening waste problem that jeopardizes tourism and Indonesia's global reputation.
During a Bogor meeting, he cited complaints from foreign dignitaries about Bali's cleanliness.
Prabowo urged immediate action and threatened military involvement for regular clean-ups if local officials fail to address the issue.
Bali Governor Wayan Koster attributed waste to seasonal ocean currents, complicating cleanup.