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- Indonesia announced a financial centre in the Kura Kura SEZ on Serangan island near Denpasar.
- Coordinating Economic Minister Airlangga Hartarto said the hub will boost competitiveness and draw investors.
- President Prabowo Subianto cited safety as a key advantage, while officials expect about 104.4 trillion rupiah ($6–7 billion) in investment.
- The government is drafting regulations and incentives and may create a financial authority, though experts note Bali lacks markets, seasoned regulators and infrastructure.
