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The Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy asked tourists, especially foreign tourists, not to hesitate to visit Indonesia. As a country that has a variety of tourist destinations, one of which is Bali, Indonesia is always open to welcoming tourists. Menparekraf emphasized that the Government of Indonesia adhered to the guidelines that the private sphere of the public, including tourists, would be guaranteed so that the comfort and security of the private sphere of tourists while traveling in Indonesia would always be maintained.

Regarding the ratification of the Draft Criminal Code (RKUHP) by the House of Representatives (DPR) some time ago, Menparekraf Sandiaga said this was a manifestation of the functioning of a constitutional state system whose main objective is to protect the people of Indonesia. And the regulation will only take effect 3 years after being ratified. In fact, there are no substantive changes related to this article when compared to Article 284 of the old Criminal Code. The difference lies only in the addition of parties entitled to complain. The threat of new penalties can apply if there are parties who complain or in other words complaint offenses. This rule stipulates that the party who can complain is the husband or wife for people who are bound by marriage. Whereas for people who are not bound by marriage are parents or children. Without complaints by legal persons, no party has the right to take legal action.

Currently the government together with relevant stakeholders are preparing detailed rules and SOPs for tourism activities that can ensure the safety and comfort of visiting tourists. In addition, socialization continues to be carried out not only to the tourism industry but also to domestic tourists and foreign tourists so that there are no misinterpretations or misunderstandings about the Criminal Code.

"The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy (Kemenparekraf) assures all tourists who want to visit, not to hesitate on vacation and carry out tourism activities in Indonesia, that the constitution that applies in Indonesia will still guarantee the private space of the community and all visiting tourists. Articles related to adultery and cohabitation (regarding living in the same house without marriage ties) is also a complaint offense, so in practice it doesn't directly impact all visiting tourists," said Sandiaga.

Strengthen Socialization

Menparekraf Sandiaga said that his party continues to strengthen coordination with relevant stakeholders to continue to socialize the new law which will be effective for another 3 years, namely in 2025. Especially for foreign tourist market countries, so it doesn't make them hesitate to visit Indonesia.

"The hospitality industry has been briefed and we will facilitate any potential misunderstandings. The hotel ensures that it always guarantees the confidentiality of the data of the tourists who stay overnight," said Sandiaga.

Sandiaga further stated that tourists should not hesitate to keep on visiting to enjoy the beauty of nature, cultural diversity and the friendliness of the Indonesian people. According to Sandiaga, the tourism industry really respects personal things that are done responsibly. (RRI)