Indonesia's Kemenperin Empowers IKM for Haji and Umrah Services

Strategic Collaboration for Market Access

The Indonesian Ministry of Industry (Kemenperin) is taking proactive steps to enhance the role of Small and Medium Industries (IKM) in supplying goods and services for Haji and Umrah pilgrimages. This initiative comes as Indonesia remains one of the largest contributors to global Haji pilgrims, accounting for approximately 10% of the total ¹

Expanding IKM Opportunities

Kemenperin is working to create a more inclusive supply chain for Haji and Umrah services by collaborating with key stakeholders. These include the Ministry of Religious Affairs, travel companies, and banks that handle Haji and Umrah payments. The ministry aims to open up new market opportunities for IKM players in various product categories such as:

• Halal food and beverages
• Pharmaceuticals and cosmetics
• Religious equipment
• Muslim clothing and modest fashion
• Travel luggage and accessories
• Hotel supplies

Market Potential and Growth Prospects

The growing number of Indonesian pilgrims participating in both Haji and Umrah presents a significant market opportunity. Reni Yanita, Director General of Small, Medium, and Miscellaneous Industries at Kemenperin, highlighted that the increasing demand for related goods and services creates a substantial market that IKM can tap into.

Challenges and Future Directions

While the initiative presents numerous opportunities, it also comes with challenges. Ensuring that IKM meets the required standards for supplying goods to Haji and Umrah pilgrims will be crucial. Kemenperin is likely to focus on capacity building and quality assurance to enable IKM to effectively participate in this market.