Gastronomy Tourism Push: Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism is rolling out Wonderful Indonesia Gastronomy (WIG) 2026 to link chefs, industry players, academics and communities with global markets—positioning local flavors as a travel driver that also delivers sustainable income for communities. Volcano Watch (Anak Krakatau): Indonesia’s Geology Agency says Anak Krakatau has grown by 32.8 hectares after eruptions, with satellite imagery also spotting two new land formations nearby—after earlier ash impacts disrupted flights for hundreds of thousands of travelers. Blue Food for Protein & Exports: The government is promoting low-carbon aquaculture and a “blue food” concept (fish and other aquatic products) to boost protein intake and help seafood reach premium export markets like the US and Canada. Labuan Bajo Gets a Chinese Boost: Chinese tourists are fueling a Labuan Bajo hotel boom, with properties adding Mandarin support and “Chinese Friendly” services to capture demand tied to the Year of the Dragon. Tourism SMEs Get a Global Boost: WTTC and the ICC sign a partnership aimed at helping travel and tourism small businesses with tools, networks and policy access. Air Connectivity (Australia–Indonesia): Qantas and Jetstar plan new nonstop routes to Indonesia after an Australia-Indonesia air services update adds more weekly seats. Wildlife & Conservation: A fence project continues around Way Kambas National Park to reduce human-elephant conflict, while teams battle recurring forest and land fires.