There was a strong reminder last week of Indonesia's conservative values when new laws were passed banning sex outside marriage and unmarried couples from living together.
At first, it was said those rules would apply to tourists too, but officials have now backflipped to say tourists won't be affected.
Some locals and those in the tourism sector are worried the news laws will still deter people from visiting, especially those who identify as LGBTQI+. Other critics say this new criminal code violates international human rights laws and standards.
Today in The Conversation Hour, do you make sure you know the laws and the cultural and religious practices of the country you're visiting? And do you abide by them?
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