Denpasar, Bali, Oct. 11 -- Bali Governor Wayan Koster has designated six low-emission areas under the Kerthi Bhumi Satwika program to strengthen the island's commitment to green and sustainable development.

" Kerthi Bhumi Satwika is not merely a place name, but a reflection of a broader shift in Bali's development approach," he said in a statement on Saturday (October 10).

Koster said the six designated low-emission areas are Ubud, the Nusa Penida Islands, Nusa Dua, Kuta, Sanur, and the Gajah Mada Cultural Heritage Area in Denpasar.

Each area has its own characteristics and priorities, he said. Ubud focuses on cultural and environmental tourism, while Nusa Penida emphasizes preserving the island's ecosystem.

Meanwhile, Nusa Dua, Kuta,...