Bali calls off cliff glass elevator project invested by Chinese firms

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Bali authorities have suspended a 182-meter-high cliff glass elevator project at Kelingking Beach by Chinese developer China Keshi Group after it sparked an environmental controversy.The elevator was originally planned to provide easy access to the beach, but photos of the elevator shaft cutting into the iconic cliffs resembling a Tyrannosaurus Rex, nicknamed the "T-Rex cliffs," went viral on social media, angering locals and tourists alike, who felt it was destroying the natural beauty of the area and accelerating erosion.

Authorities also found that the projectFailure to obtain necessary permits.. Local residents and netizens have expressed their displeasure that tourists come to Bali toAppreciation of the natural environment, rather than an elevator. Bali legislators have been opposed to the project, saying the risks are too great. The length of the suspension is unclear. There have been calls for authorities toRepairing the stairs connecting the cliffs to the beachInstead of promoting such "face-saving projects".

Elevator projectCosts $12 millionThe beach is currently a long hike to and from the beach, and the beach has been damaged by theNarrow coastline and high wavesSwimming is prohibited, but warnings are still being ignored, resulting in theFrequent casualtiesIn addition, Chinese investment in Bali has been increasing. In addition, Chinese investment in Bali has been increasing, such as a joint venture between the Chinese company Chang'an Construction Group and a local company to invest $3 billion in the construction of Bali's second airport.

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