Indonesia’s Tourism Ministry has urged industry players to strictly enforce health and safety protocols to curb the spread of influenza A (H3N2) subclade K, dubbed the “super flu”.
The ministry stressed adherence to CHSE standards — cleanliness, health, safety, and environmental sustainability — as a preventive measure.
“CHSE protocols must always be implemented,” said Fadjar Hutomo, crisis management adviser, in Denpasar, Bali, on Wednesday.
Circulars had been sent to local governments, destination managers, and tourism operators ahead of Christmas and New Year 2026 holidays, reminding them to maintain CHSE compliance and secure official certification where required.
Operators can obtain CHSE certification under Indonesia’s SNI 9042:2021 national standard via accredited professional certification bodies, Fadjar added.
The certification ensures proper hygiene, safety measures, and readiness for visitor influx.
At Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, authorities reactivated 25 thermal scanners, originally installed during the COVID‑19 pandemic, to detect passengers showing potential flu symptoms.
The Health Ministry urged calm but vigilance, noting that surveillance and reporting remain active. As of late December 2025, 62 cases were confirmed across eight provinces nationwide.
Bali’s provincial government reported no cases on the island but advised residents and visitors to maintain healthy habits, including regular handwashing and mask use in crowded areas.
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Translator: Dewa Ketut Sudiarta Wiguna, Martha Herlinawati Sim
Editor: Rahmad Nasution
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