Jakarta, Dec. 16 -- Indonesia's domestic industries have sufficient capacity, quality, and certification to enter the supply chain for Hajj and Umrah services, said Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita.

Speaking in Jakarta on Tuesday, Kartasasmita said the needs of Hajj and Umrah operations can in fact be met by national industries, ranging from halal food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and medical devices, worship equipment, Muslim apparel, travel bags, hotel supplies, to consumer goods for pilgrims.

With millions of pilgrims traveling each year, he said the Hajj and Umrah ecosystem holds significant economic value.

"If these needs are supplied by domestic products, the benefits will return to the national economy, strengthen ...