Bali Governor, I Wayan
Koster has started to reopen tourist attractions and shopping malls with strict
prevention protocols in place.
Despite all of the restrictions imposed during Bali's
extended partial lockdown, Koster has decided to show some compassion by
reopening several public locations on the island, such as retail malls and
tourist destinations, subject to a number of conditions. “Shopping malls are
permitted to open with only 50 percent of their capacity and are compelled to
close by 9:00 p.m.” Koster stated on Tuesday, July 9th.
Aside from that, as part of the screening process,
guests must present proof of Covid-19 vaccination by scanning the barcode with
an app called PeduliLindungi before entering the premises. “In order to receive
access to these public facilities, visitors must complete the second dose of
their Covid-19 vaccination.” Koster continued. Residents who are at a higher
risk of being infected by the virus, such as pregnant women, seniors over the age
of 70, and children under the age of 12, are still barred from attending the
institutions.
Dine-in services at shopping mall restaurants are only
permitted to operate at 25% of their maximum capacity. “In addition to shopping
malls, tourist attractions are permitted to operate at 50% of their total
capacity in order to prevent Covid-19 transmissions in Bali from increasing.
During operating hours, we must prioritize health and safety measures.” Koster
concluded.