Hanoi, April 16 -- Jakarta (VNA) - Indonesia has deployed a specialised patrol force to strengthen oversight of foreign visitors on the resort island of Bali, as a surge in international arrivals brings growing challenges for local authorities.

Addressing the launch ceremony of the Dharma Dewata Immigration Patrol Task Force on April 15, Director General of Immigration Hendarsam Marantoko said the initiative is a concrete step to safeguard stability and security in Bali as one of Indonesia's leading tourist destinations.

He explained that the task force is targeted to conduct early detection, prevention, and enforcement of potential immigration violations.

In the implementation, he stated that immigration patrols will monitor the activ...