Chief of Bali Regional Police Inspector General Daniel Adityajaya acknowledged the concerns raised by Seoul but stressed that officers are working to ensure the safety of both domestic and foreign travelers.
“We understand these concerns and appreciate the coordination established. Bali remains safe, and we continue to provide protection to tourists,” he said on Thursday.
Police data show a 23 percent decline in crimes involving foreign nationals between January and April 2026 compared with the same period last year.
Authorities highlighted this as evidence that security is being maintained despite high visitor numbers.
As part of ongoing efforts, Bali police recently carried out a 16-day operation that uncovered 166 criminal cases and led to 181 arrests, mainly related to theft and violent crime.
Patrols have since been intensified in popular tourist areas including Seminyak, Canggu, Ubud, Sanur, and Nusa Dua.
Additional measures include a 24-hour multilingual hotline (dial 110) for tourists, and the launch of the Cakrawasi surveillance system in March 2026, which monitors foreign nationals’ movements through hotel and lodging reports to detect suspicious activity.
Authorities are also coordinating closely with immigration, tourism officials, embassies, and industry stakeholders, while preparing a second phase of operations focused on tourist protection.
The South Korean Embassy issued its warning on April 1, citing crimes such as murder, kidnapping, and sexual assault in areas like Jimbaran, Seminyak, and Canggu.
It urged its citizens to exercise caution, noting that rising visitor numbers have not been matched by stronger security against transnational crime.
Despite the advisory, Bali police insist that the majority of tourist visits remain safe and comfortable. “Bali’s security is a shared responsibility, and we ensure the situation remains conducive,” Adityajaya said.
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