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Indonesia Prioritizes Pilgrim Safety Ahead of Haj 2023

4/18/2026

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto prioritizes pilgrim safety as haj approaches on April 22, with 221,000 pilgrims planned.
The government coordinates with the National Police to counter potential crimes during haj.
Malaysian Minister Zulkifli Hasan calls for clear communication to reassure pilgrims amid global concerns; he notes no pilgrims have withdrawn.
Preparations for haj operations are reportedly on track.

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Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto prioritizes pilgrim safety as haj approaches on April 22, with 221,000 pilgrims planned.
The government coordinates with the National Police to counter potential crimes during haj.
Malaysian Minister Zulkifli Hasan calls for clear communication to reassure pilgrims amid global concerns; he notes no pilgrims have withdrawn.
Preparations for haj operations are reportedly on track.