Mataram, NTB, Oct. 28 -- Tourism and ecosystem services at Mount Rinjani National Park generated an economic turnover of Rp443 billion (approximately US$24.37 million) for surrounding communities between 2021 and 2025.

Speaking during a working visit by delegates from the Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) here on Wednesday, Head of the Mount Rinjani National Park Office (BTNGR) Budhy Kurniawan said park-related activities produced an average economic multiplier ratio of 3.7.

This means every single rupiah spent by visitors at Mount Rinjani generated up to 3.7 times that value in economic circulation, directly benefiting local communities and supporting sectors such as lodging, transportation, food and dining, as well ...