As the whole world continues to follow the war in Ukraine, more citizens in Russia and Ukraine packed up their belongings and decided to migrate to much safer nations. They are interested in nations in Southeast Asia, particularly Bali, Indonesia. For years, Bali is one of the most popular and charming resorts for international travelers. However, lately, as more Russians and Ukrainians escaped to Bali, they are making the locals extremely uncomfortable, and some become rivalries with the local business owners. What gives? What did Russians do, which caused social unrest among the locals? Should Bali stop international tourists?
Joe Rachman is a freelance journalist now covering Indonesia and ASEAN stories. Joe joined the show via Zoom to share his latest article.
