Inp.polri.go.id - Denpasar. The Indonesian National Police (INP) reinforced operational collaboration with traditional Balinese security officers, known as Pecalang, from the Pedungan Customary Village to secure events for the 63rd International Association of Women Police (IAWP) Conference in Denpasar, Bali.

The joint security partnership supported delegates during an environmental mangrove planting event at the Mangrove Arboretum Park in Pedungan, Denpasar, on Tuesday (22/9/2026).

"Security synergy between Pecalang and police is extraordinary," said Pedungan Customary Village Official Kadek Duwi Cahyadi. "In Bali, customary villages uphold culture, and Pecalang work alongside government authorities to maintain safety."

Indonesian National Police (INP) Public Relations Division Head of Public Information Bureau Brigadier General Trunoyudo Wisnu Andiko praised the community-based security framework, emphasizing that integrating traditional officers respects local wisdom while ensuring safety for international delegations.

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