Denpasar, July 5 -- Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has called on the Balinese people to continue preserving and promoting their rich tourism and cultural heritage.

"I received a message from the governor earlier that, after the COVID-19 pandemic, hotel occupancy and tourist arrivals have continued to rise," he said at the 2025 Bali Arts Festival (PKB) in Denpasar on Friday.

"I thank all of you. Let's keep supporting Bali so that hotel occupancy, tourist numbers, and the overall tourism sector continue to grow," he added.

The Bali Arts Festival is considered one of the key events driving tourist visits, as shown by the large crowds that packed the Ardha Candra Open Stage at Taman Budaya.

"After the pandemic, Bali boun...