Australian Ambassador Visits Bali

Denpasar, Bali (Antara Bali) - Australian Ambassador to Indonesia Paul Grigson commences a three-day visit to Bali on Thursday to meet political leaders and members of the Indonesian and Australian business, arts, and alumni communities.

An Australian Embassy's media release on Thursday stated that Grigson's visit to Bali is aimed to develop business opportunities in the tourism sector.

According to the media release, during the visit, Ambassador Grigson will meet Bali Governor Made Mangku Pastika and Prince of Ubud Ida Tjokorda Putra.

"Australians have a special fondness for Bali, and with almost a million Australians visiting each year, it is an island full of warm memories, largely due to the friendly nature and generosity of the Balinese people," Grigson remarked.

The Australian ambassador to Indonesia will also visit the Konservasi Sawah Foundation, supported by the Australian Consulate-General's Direct Aid Program (DAP).

Founded in 2013, the Konservasi Sawah Foundation works to conserve land and generate economic opportunities for Balinese farmers.

An Ambassador's Award will also be presented to Chairman and Managing Director of the Bali Hai Group Richard Chandler in recognition of the company's success in the tourism sector over the last 25 years.  (WDY)