Bali - The Paradise Islands


   
Bali - Business Information |
GDP per Capita: |
$ 3800. |
Major Exports: |
Oil and gas, electrical
appliances, plywood, textiles, rubber. |
Major Foreign Exchange Counters: |
ANZ Grindlays, ICICI,
Standard Chartered & Thomas Cook. |
Key Industries: |
Petroleum and natural
gas, textiles, apparel, footwear, mining, cement, chemical fertilizers,
plywood, rubber, food, tourism. |
Business Overview
The major employer in the economy of Bali islands is Agriculture. It has
been the major employer for a very long time now. However the major
contributor to the GDP is the tourism industry that has rapidly grown in
this part of the world. Although the economy has suffered a lot from the
bombings of 2002 and 2005, the island still is one of the wealthiest among
all Indonesian islands. Bali has been modifying its trade policies and has
attracted huge foreign investment in the last few years. The textile,
garment, handicrafts and souvenirs are among other industries that have
developed in this part of the world. Hotel business is also on a boom in
this part of the country. Important agricultural products besides rice are
tea, coffee, tobacco, cacao, copra, vanilla, soy beans, chilies, fruit, and
vegetable. Bali's fishing industry and seaweed farming provide other
products which are important exports. Bali also has vineyards near its
northwest coast.
Major Business Centers
Bali International Convention Centre (BICC):
The Bali International Convention Centre situated in the Nusa Dua resort
scores high on size, security, access for the worlds main air
carriers, full back up equipment, luxury accommodation within easy reach,
professional interpreting and media facilities, first class management and
catering, unique tour and entertainment options. BICC is the first choice
for various international meetings and conventions. BICC has 15 meeting
rooms, over 2,700 square meters of exhibition space, Exclusive bonded
warehouse, built-in and portable simultaneous interpreter system, and a
ballroom Foyer. BICC is also equipped with support facilities like ATM, tour
desk, in-house clinic, boutique and shopping arcade in the venue itself.
Aston Denpasar Convention Center:
Aston Denpasar Convention Center features a large 2000 persons ballroom,
300 beautifully appointed hotel rooms, 3 large swimming pool, a spa and four
restaurants. The center also provides hotel accommodation and has very
reasonable prices as well. The convention center is located in the heart of
Denpasar just 20 minutes drive from the Bali international airport. The
Aston Denpasar Convention Center is close to the Bali island's main business
areas and central government offices. The Aston Denpasar offers easy access
to all the main attractions in South Bali and surrounding areas.
Sanur Paradise Plaza Convention Center:
Located in the coastal village of Sanur, the Sanur Paradise Plaza
Convention Center is recognized as the largest 4 star convention center in
Bali. The center boasts of its flexibility and reasonable prices. The center
is easily accessible from all corners of the Bali islands. The convention
center is located just 25 minutes from the international airport and within
short driving distance to the administrative and commercial capital of the
Bali island. Also within easy access are world class beaches, natural
attractions, Balinese culture, and entertainment and shopping. The
Convention Center is part of the 329 room Sanur Paradise Plaza Hotel.