Jakarta, Jan. 27 -- Indonesia will ship about 400 tonnes of locally sourced spices and 3.9 million ready-to-eat meals to Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage, officials said, as Jakarta seeks to support domestic businesses and improve services for pilgrims.

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said preparations are under way to supply Indonesian pilgrims with familiar food during the annual pilgrimage, while reducing reliance on imported products from third countries.

Director General of Hajj Economic Ecosystem Development Jaenal Effendi said the government is prioritizing domestic procurement to empower micro, small and medium enterprises and generate broader economic benefits.

"For this year's Hajj season, we aim to maximize Indonesia...