Saudi Ambassador Assures Pilgrims of Safety Amid Regional Tensions

Saudi Arabia remains a secure destination for Indonesian pilgrims undertaking the Hajj and Umrah, according to Saudi Ambassador to Indonesia Faisal Abdullah Al Amoudi. He emphasized the country's stable security conditions, assuring prospective pilgrims that they have "no reason to worry."

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Alhamdulillah (praise to God), Saudi Arabia is stable, both in the past, present, and future. It is 100 percent safe for Saudi citizens, residents of Saudi Arabia, and visitors.

Speaking at his residence in Jakarta, Al Amoudi stated, "Alhamdulillah (praise to God), Saudi Arabia is stable, both in the past, present, and future. It is 100 percent safe for Saudi citizens, residents of Saudi Arabia, and visitors." He reiterated this point when addressing concerns from Indonesians planning their pilgrimages, saying, "They don't need to worry. Alhamdulillah (praise to God), Saudi Arabia is very safe."

The ambassador also confirmed that air travel between Indonesia and Saudi Arabia continues uninterrupted. Saudia operates five direct flights daily from Indonesia, with additional options available via transit through other airlines to Jeddah. "Everything is going well in Saudi Arabia," he noted.

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They don't need to worry. Alhamdulillah (praise to God), Saudi Arabia is very safe.

Beyond pilgrimage assurances, Al Amoudi highlighted the deepening strategic partnership between Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He pointed to cooperation in various sectors, including transportation and logistics, and affirmed both nations' commitment to elevating their bilateral relations to a higher level. This comes amid heightened regional tensions, with recent escalations between the United States and Iran impacting regional stability.

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Everything is going well in Saudi Arabia.