The Indonesian National Police (INP), as part of the Hajj and Umrah Task Force, are following up on a report regarding Saudi Arabian security forces in Mecca who arrested three Indonesian citizens on suspicion of fraudulent Hajj services.
Saudi Arabian Hajj Pilgrimage Organizers (PPIH) have urged Indonesian Hajj pilgrims not to travel alone and to implement a buddy system with at least three people during their travels in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia Ambassadorto Indonesia Faisal Abdullah H. Amodi assures top-tier service and security for Indonesian Hajj pilgrims, highlighting the expanded Makkah Route initiative. Learn more.
Saudi Arabia’s ban on Indonesian poultry is linked to health standards and bird flu status, not halal issues. Read the news for trade impact details.
Indonesia and Saudi Arabia strengthen digital Hajj and Umrah services for 2026. Read the news for full details on visa and system updates.
Read how Indonesia secured assets in Mecca to develop a dedicated Hajj Village for pilgrims.
Indonesia and Saudi Arabia sign a new agreement to jointly fight narcotics and transnational crime, strengthening global police diplomacy. Read more.
Malaysia and Saudi Arabia have agreed to repatriate Indonesian inmates if formally requested, according to Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra. Read the full report here.
Indonesia fall 2–3 to Saudi Arabia in a dramatic World Cup qualifier featuring three penalties and late-game tension. Read the full match recap.
Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar stated that Indonesia is strengthening cooperation with Saudi Arabia in renewable energy and education.
Indonesia and Saudi Arabia to enhance Hajj services cooperation as Minister Sri Mulyani meets Saudi finance minister to push forward strategic plans. Read the more.
Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto expressed confidence that collaborative research between Indonesian and Saudi universities will begin this year. Learn more.
