One signifiant issue with Indonesia is that policymakers and enforcers often mislead the public, make terrible mistakes that cost the nation a lot of money and yet they show no shame or accountability. There is no requirement for them to resign. As a result, policies are often introduced without thorough assessment, and when there is public outcry, the rules, policies are simply withdrawn or replaced without any consequences for those responsible. Civil servants frequently behave like private consultants rather than genuine public servants.I saw an interview with a young woman saying she was going to Dubai where there were free visas and the airfares and package just so much cheaper. At a time when other countries are bending over backwards with free visas etc Indonesia just seems to make life more complicated.
As far as air fares are concerned, Bali used to be cheap travel but since Covid it has become relatively expensive.Of course for Australians the island is very close by and relatively cheap. For Americans or Europeans there are many many alternatives…
ThanksWelcome Marcus! Glad to see you're joining us from the old forum!
Thanks anyway .Welcome Marcus, Im too new here![]()