Bali's Tourist Hotspots Just Hit the Jackpot with a Mind-Blowing Rp2.83 Trillion Deal – Here’s What's Changing!
Bali's Infrastructure Set for Massive Overhaul After Landmark Financing Deal
BADUNG, BALI – If you've ever been stuck in traffic on the way to a Balinese beach, your travel nightmares could soon be over. A jaw-dropping Rp2.83 trillion deal has just been signed, promising to revolutionize the island's notoriously congested tourist corridors and usher in a new era of seamless travel.
In a game-changing move for Indonesia's top tourist destination, state-owned infrastructure financing company PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur (PT SMI) has committed the colossal sum to the Badung Regency government. This isn't just a routine investment; it's one of the most significant infrastructure financing packages the region has ever seen, aimed squarely at enhancing road connectivity for millions of visitors.
The landmark agreement was formalized on Thursday, October 30, 2025, in a high-profile ceremony that underscored the project's critical importance. Faaris Pranawa, Director of Public Financing and Project Development at PT SMI, and I Wayan Adi Arnawa, the Regent of Badung, officially signed the deal, launching a project that will redefine Bali's landscape.
The event drew a gallery of top-tier officials, proving this is a top priority for the nation. Witnesses included the Governor of Bali, I Wayan Koster; Chairman of the Badung Regional House of Representatives, I Gusti Anom Gumanti; and the Head of the Bali High Prosecutor's Office, Chatarina Muliana, signaling strong cross-governmental support and oversight.
So, what will this monumental fund build? The Rp2.83 trillion is earmarked for a massive road construction and improvement project designed to untangle the traffic knots that have long plagued key tourist routes in Badung, the regency that includes popular areas like Kuta, Seminyak, and Nusa Dua. This strategic financing from PT SMI reinforces its role as a pivotal development partner for local governments, tackling critical challenges to unlock economic potential.
For tourists and locals alike, this means less time staring at brake lights and more time enjoying the island's stunning scenery. The project is expected to slash travel times, improve access to attractions, and provide a major boost to the local economy, ensuring the Island of the Gods remains a paradise for generations to come.
