Bali ranks first in the country for the percentage of non-smoking residents: 80.84% of the population do not use tobacco, making the island the most 'smoke-free' region in Indonesia by 2025. These statistics were published by the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) and analyzed by the GoodStats portal.
According to the study, only 17.62% of Bali's residents smoke daily, while about 1.4% smoke occasionally. Even in traditionally well-off regions such as Yogyakarta (76.6%) and Kalimantan (around 76%), the numbers are lower, indicating the high health awareness of Balinese people.
Authorities and public organizations plan to expand anti-smoking campaigns and strengthen control over 'smoke-free zones' so that Bali's successful example becomes a benchmark for other regions in the country.
Amid increasing interest in 'wellness tourism,' the island's authorities are discussing ideas to involve smoking tourists in a healthier lifestyle. According to Dr. Tri Budhi Baskara, a physician and public health expert, more and more visitors are turning to mindfulness and wellness, but often struggle to quit smoking. 'With the right educational work, they can be helped to make healthier choices,' he noted.
The Indonesian Ministry of Health also emphasizes the importance of reducing tobacco harm. Smokeless products, such as electronic cigarettes and vapes, are considered alternatives to regular cigarettes.
Dr. Baskara proposed developing a comprehensive wellness approach in Bali: creating separate areas for users of alternative tobacco products, training tourism workers in their specifics, and strengthening control over their safety and legality.
'Bali's image as an island of health and environmental awareness should maintain a balance between tourist comfort and community well-being,' he emphasized.
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