Australian Consulate-General Adopts Balinese Script in Its Official Name

Denpasar, 10 November 2025 – The Governor of Bali attended the Official Inauguration Ceremony of the Balinese Script Inscription on the nameplate of the Australian Consulate-General in Bali, held in Denpasar on Monday (10/11).

In her address, Ms. Jo Stevens, Consul General of Australia in Bali, stated that the inclusion of Balinese script on the Consulate’s official signage represents Australia’s profound and enduring respect for the people and culture of Bali.

This initiative marks the Australian Consulate-General as the first foreign representative office in Bali to incorporate Balinese script into its official identity. The effort is in line with Bali Governor Regulation No. 80 of 2018 on the Protection and Use of Balinese Language, Script, and Literature, which promotes the preservation of local cultural identity through the use of Balinese script in public spaces.

The Head of the Bali Provincial Tourism Office expressed appreciation for this meaningful gesture, noting that it reinforces the shared commitment to developing a high-quality, sustainable, and culturally dignified tourism industry that honors local wisdom and heritage.

The ceremony was also attended by the Mayor of Denpasar and representatives of the Bali Provincial Government, who warmly welcomed this initiative as a symbol of friendship between nations and a tangible expression of respect for Bali’s rich cultural heritage.