VOICED: Tourism overflow from Bali threatens neighbours

The video discusses the traditional practice of seaweed farming and its global applications. However, this livelihood is threatened by tourism, which causes pollution and economic shifts. The video highlights similar issues in Bali, where tourism has led to overcrowding and environmental degradation. Lembongan Island faces similar challenges, and the video emphasizes the need to learn from Bali's mistakes to preserve its environment.

What are some of the global uses of seaweed products?

• Medicines and cosmetics

• Construction materials

• Textile manufacturing

• Automobile parts

Why is seaweed farming under threat?

• Lack of skilled labor

• Pollution from tourism

• Overfishing

• Climate change

Why do some young people prefer working in tourism over seaweed farming?

• Seaweed farming is more stable

• Tourism jobs are scarce

• Seaweed farming is more prestigious

• Tourism offers better pay and is less physically demanding

What has been a significant consequence of tourism development in Bali?

• Disappearance of traditional rice paddies

• Decrease in population

• Improved public transportation

• Increase in agricultural land

What is a potential risk for Lembongan Island if it follows Bali's path?

• Becoming a major industrial hub

• Losing its tropical paradise appeal

• Becoming a cultural center

• Experiencing a decline in tourism