The Bali Convention and Exhibition Bureau (BaliCEB) is gearing up for a strategic relaunch following the inauguration of its new executive board for the 2026–2031 term.
Officially sworn in by Bali Governor I Wayan Koster, the new leadership marks a vital revival for the bureau, whose initial 2020 launch was abruptly sidelined by the global pandemic.
Ketut Jaman, general chairman of BaliCEB, stated that the inauguration marks an important milestone to strengthen stakeholder synergy. “The presence of government leaders, academics, industry players, and community figures here demonstrates a shared commitment to strengthening Bali as a world-class business events destination,” Jaman said.
As a non-profit DMO, BaliCEB provides complimentary support to international associations, corporations, and meeting planners. This includes destination insights, site inspections, bidding support, and local coordination.
“We want to ensure that every event planner considering Bali receives professional, reliable, and integrated support,” Jaman added, expressing optimism that the bureau will solidify Bali’s position for international conferences and corporate incentives.
Governor I Wayan Koster reaffirmed his commitment to the business events sector, and emphasised that growth must deliver tangible benefits to the Balinese people while preserving the island’s cultural identity. He urged the entire tourism supply chain to prioritise local products and services to create a more inclusive economic impact.
He also called for Bali-based business events operators to be given larger roles in local and international events.
“Many event organisers from Bali are highly professional. Balinese people have managed tourism for a long time and possess equally competitive capabilities,” Koster said.
To maintain this edge, Koster outlined strategic infrastructure developments, including improved road connectivity, logistics ports, and maritime transport to reduce congestion.
“Bali is no longer just competing with other regions in Indonesia, but rather with international destinations such as Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam,” Koster said. “Upgrading infrastructure and destination quality is vital to maintaining Bali’s competitive edge.”
