Indonesian pilgrims arrive at King Abdul Aziz International Airport

Muslims keeping social distance as they perform around the Kaaba, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. (File: Reuters)
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Updated 10 January 2021
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Indonesian pilgrims arrive at King Abdul Aziz International Airport

  • Ministry of Hajj and Umrah receives Indonesian pilgrims on Saturday following decision to resume international flights

JEDDAH: A group of pilgrims coming from Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, arrived at the King Abdul Aziz International Airport on Saturday night, following the decision to lift the suspension of international flights and to open the land and sea entry points to the Kingdom.

Pilgrims will go from the airport directly to their accommodation, where they will spend a period of time in isolation before performing the pilgrimage.

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah was keen to ensure a safe Umrah and thus raised the readiness of all Umrah services and companies in order to facilitate the pilgrims’ journey during their stay in the Kingdom. The decision to do so was in line with the directives of the government of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, as well as the follow-up of Dr. Mohammed Saleh bin Taher Benten, minister of Hajj and Umrah.

The ministry called on pilgrims to adhere to the precautionary measures and guidelines to curb the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) from the moment of their arrival until their departure.


Saudi Arabia continues Makkah Route Initiative

Updated 14 May 2024
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Saudi Arabia continues Makkah Route Initiative

  • Launched in 2017 as part of Vision 2030, Initiative involves dedicated team to receive travelers
  • Includes special buses to transport pilgrims comfortably on journey through Makkah and Madinah

RIYADH: The Makkah Route Initiative, implemented by the Saudi Ministry of Interior, continues to streamline pilgrims’ journeys from international airports in their own countries, Saudi Press Agency reported.

The initiative, set up to facilitate the arrival of pilgrims in the Kingdom, involves close cooperation between the ministry and various partner agencies.

Launched in 2017 as part of Vision 2030, it involves a dedicated team to receive the travelers and includes special buses to transport them safely and comfortably on their journey through Makkah and Madinah.

Services include biometrics, Hajj visas and electronic luggage coding.


Saudi Arabia continues Makkah Route Initiative

Updated 14 May 2024
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Saudi Arabia continues Makkah Route Initiative

RIYADH: The Makkah Route Initiative, implemented by the Saudi Ministry of Interior, continues to streamline pilgrims’ journeys from international airports in their own countries, Saudi Press Agency reported.

The initiative, set up to facilitate the arrival of pilgrims in the Kingdom, involves close cooperation between the ministry and various partner agencies.

Launched in 2017 as part of Vision 2030, it involves a dedicated team to receive the travelers and includes special buses to transport them safely and comfortably on their journey through Makkah and Madinah.

Services include biometrics, Hajj visas and electronic luggage coding.


18 health centers in Madinah to serve Hajj pilgrims

Updated 14 May 2024
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18 health centers in Madinah to serve Hajj pilgrims

MADINAH: Madinah’s health department has prepared 18 hospitals and medical centers for this year’s Hajj.

The facilities have over 20,000 staff members, advanced medical equipment, laboratories, blood banks, vaccines, and emergency care services, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.


‘No Hajj without a permit,’ campaign launches in Makkah

Updated 14 May 2024
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‘No Hajj without a permit,’ campaign launches in Makkah

  • Initiative part of ‘Hajj is Worship and Civilized Behavior’ project

JEDDAH: Makkah region has launched a “No Hajj Without a Permit” campaign to prevent overcrowding and other problems during the pilgrimage later this year, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

At the launch in the presence of several royals and officials, Prince Saud bin Mishaal, deputy governor of Makkah and vice chairman of the Central Hajj Committee, warned that action would be taken against those who violate the law.

The permit initiative is a part of the “Hajj is Worship and Civilized Behavior” campaign launched by Prince Khalid bin Faisal, advisor to King Salman and Makkah governor.

Prince Saud said that adhering to the law would ensure a safe Hajj for pilgrims.

There is coordination taking place with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah and other government agencies to enforce the law.


Saudi foreign ministry signs pact to bolster humanitarian law

Updated 14 May 2024
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Saudi foreign ministry signs pact to bolster humanitarian law

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Permanent Committee for International Humanitarian Law in the Kingdom signed a pact on Monday to enhance cooperation.

The Kingdom’s Foreign Affairs Deputy Minister Waleed El-Khereiji inked the agreement with the committee’s Chairman Jalal Al-Owaisi.

The pact “aims to support joint efforts, encourage expertise exchange in humanitarian international law and spread its culture,” the Saudi Press Agency reported.