Tourism Numbers: Indonesia logged 1.52 million international tourist arrivals in July, up about 10% from June, with Malaysians the biggest share (15%), followed by Australians (12.34%) and Chinese visitors (10.28%). Halal for Travel: BPJPH urged tourism businesses—especially in Bali—to get halal certification and clearly display halal labels to boost competitiveness and reassure international visitors. Wildfire Safety on Trails: Kerinci Seblat National Park closed all Mount Kerinci hiking routes from Sept 1 to reduce forest and land fire risk; Rinjani also reopens only on a limited basis with tighter controls and suspended eRinjani bookings. Volcano Watch: Mount Sinabung erupted again, sending ash about 3,500m high and raising the alert level; authorities expanded exclusion zones and advised tourists to avoid nearby areas. Airline Business: Garuda Indonesia and Saudia started the regulatory process for a joint business launching in 2027, aiming for integrated networks and easier single-ticket travel. Cold-Chain Growth: Peregrine and Sinar Primera are combining Pluit and Narogong cold-storage sites near Jakarta to add about 35,000m² of temperature-controlled capacity. Industry Events: ITB India 2026 opened in Mumbai for three days, bringing travel buyers and exhibitors including Indonesian hotel brands. Local Impact: Indonesia said losses from the Sade Village fire have reached Rp33.84 billion, affecting tour guides, weavers, vendors, and community groups.