Bali Governor I Wayan Koster confirmed a foreigners‑only running event in Canggu was held without permits, sparking backlash over discrimination and immigration violations.
Organized by Entourage Run, the “Silent Disco” barred Indonesians, prompting investigations. Two Dutch organizers have since been blacklisted, while authorities stress future events must report to local officials.
Threads User says Digital Nomads are “Too Broke” for Singapore
A Threads user says individuals like the foreign organisers are always welcomed in Singapore, but sadly such people generally can’t afford a long term stay there. They add that digital nomads should be called immigrants.
However, some defend the digital nomads saying that the requirements for such individuals have gotten stricter in places like Bali. These foreign individuals in Indonesia could be millionaires in their own home countries.
The fallout from the Bali foreigners‑only running event has rippled beyond Indonesia, sparking conversations in Singapore and Malaysia.
Many are drawing parallels to how locals in Thailand and the Philippines sometimes feel sidelined or mistreated in their own countries, especially in tourist‑heavy areas.
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