Indonesia urges umrah pilgrims to avoid Singapore, Malaysia transit

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Indonesia's government urged umrah pilgrims to avoid transit flights through Singapore and Malaysia, citing the potential to strengthen Indonesia's aviation industry as the reason. The guidance could shift routing for a large flow of religious travelers who typically connect through regional hubs.

Why it matters：The move reflects a push for aviation self-reliance that could redirect passenger flows and revenue away from established regional hubs.

Key points

  • The government cited strengthening Indonesia's aviation industry as the reason.
  • Pilgrims were urged to avoid transiting through Singapore and Malaysia.

Sources (original reporting)

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