Daihatsu Hosts Consumer Event in Denpasar Citing Bali's Tourism and Economic Growth
Automaker Daihatsu held its 'Daihatsu Kumpul Sahabat' consumer event in Denpasar on October 28, 2026, following previous stops in Pontianak, Depok, and Batam. The company cited Bali's nearly 7 million foreign tourist arrivals in 2025 (up about 10% year-on-year) and the island's 5.8% economic growth as reasons for choosing Denpasar.
DENPASAR — Automaker PT Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) held its 'Daihatsu Kumpul Sahabat' event on October 28, 2026, at Living World Denpasar, Bali. The event followed previous editions in Pontianak, Depok, and Batam, with Denpasar chosen for this round due to its role as a center of economic activity and tourism in Bali.
Budi Mahendra, Head of Domestic Marketing & Corporate Communication at ADM, cited data from Indonesia's Central Statistics Agency (BPS) showing that Bali recorded nearly 7 million foreign tourist arrivals in 2025, up roughly 10% from the previous year. He also noted that Bali's economy grew 5.8% that year, outpacing the average growth rate of other regions in Indonesia.
Budi said the recovery in tourism has had a ripple effect on supporting sectors including accommodation, culinary businesses, local transportation, and small and medium enterprises (UMKM). The event aims to bring Daihatsu closer to consumers while serving as a space for local communities, automotive enthusiasts, and business operators to interact.
This report concerns a corporate promotional event and does not involve any regulatory changes or emergency situations directly affecting tourists or residents in Bali.
Things to Consider
This report describes a corporate promotional event and has no direct safety or regulatory implications for tourists or residents. That said, given the data showing continued tourism growth in Bali, travelers should expect increased traffic congestion and accommodation demand in popular areas like central Denpasar, Kuta, and Ubud, and are advised to book accommodations and transport in advance and allow extra travel time.
Source: Kompas.com