A few bitesize news stories and tourism developments making the headlines in Indonesia in recent weeks:
Indonesia welcomes record numbers of visitors in March 2026
According to official statistics, Indonesia welcomed a record-breaking 1.09 million international visitors in March 2026, representing an impressive 10.5% growth compared to March 2025. This surge capped off a monumental first quarter, which saw 3.44 million international arrivals—an 8.62% rise year-on-year, marking the highest visitor volume recorded for this period since 2020.
(source: Nomad Lawyer)
Indonesia pushes sustainable tourism to cut carbon emissions
Indonesia’s Ministry of Forestry is pushing for stronger cross-sector coordination to develop sustainable tourism, seeking to balance tourism revenue growth with greenhouse gas emission cuts under its FOLU Net Sink 2030 target. Project Manager of FOLU Net Sink 2&3 at the Ministry of Forestry, Arga Paradita Sutiyono, said tourism-related activity inevitably generates carbon emissions but should not conflict with Indonesia’s Forestry and Other Land Use Net Sink 2030 strategy.
(source: Antara)
Jakarta launches Indonesia Business Event Mart for MICE growth
Indonesia will launch the first Indonesia Business Event Mart (IBEM) alongside the Southeast Asia Business Events Forum (SEABEF), strengthening Jakarta’s position within the regional MICE industry. The event, held at the Jakarta International Convention Center, will connect international and regional buyers with destinations, hotels and event solution providers. The inaugural edition expects to welcome around 250 buyers and 200 sellers.
(source: Travel Daily News Asia)
2026 Tourism Safety Programme set to bolster standards
The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism is set to launch the 2026 Tourism Safety Programme across the country to strengthen the safety standards of tourist destinations. According to the ministry’s Deputy for Resources and Institutional Affairs, Martini Mohamad Paham, the tourism sector is undergoing a paradigm shift, as travellers now seek more than just the beauty of destinations but also authentic, safe and memorable experiences.
(source: Antara)
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