January 15, 2010
Challenges for Economic Development of Tourist-Related Business in Bali
Bali, one of the most popular islands in the world, is well known as an island of tourist’s destination. As a tourist’s destination, Bali has enjoyed a rapid development in infrastructure and it affects Bali’s economy which is now dependent on tourism sector or other tourist-related businesses. The economic dependence on this sector is quite dangerous for the stability of the island’s economy because tourism can be affected by national, regional and international issues. Because the Balinese people too much depend on the industry, the local government and people should work together to develop other industries which could reduce the economic dependence on tourist’s business as well as to create a conducive condition to develop the industries.
They should develop other sectors related to tourism industry but not as fragile as the industry. There are a number of sectors such as handicraft industry and agriculture industry which could be developed by the local government and people. The development of these two sectors could support the tourism development and reduce the dependence on tourist business at the same time. For example, if handicraft industry has well developed, people could export the handicraft to other countries as well as sell it as a trademark of Balinese culture for tourists.
To create a conducive condition for these industries, the local government can enforce regulations and policies to build a sustainable industry. They are not only about how to develop the industry in the long term but also how to create supportive condition for the industries. Such a condition is important to maintain because without which the industries can not develop. Private enterprises need to be encouraged to participate in development the industries.
In conclusion, to solve the problem of being heavily dependent on tourism, we need the support of both from the local government and people. They should also work together to create a conducive condition for the industries.
