NAHCON Chairman Calls for Digital Hajj Fund Management Reform

Ambassador Yusuf, the Chairman of NAHCON, called for digital transformation in Hajj fund management while participating in the 8th International Hajj Fund Forum (IHFF) 2026, organized by Indonesia’s Hajj Financial Management Agency (BPKH) at the Jakarta International Convention Centre. The forum focused on rising pilgrimage costs, global economic challenges, and the preservation of Hajj funds for future generations.

During a high-level panel session, Ambassador Yusuf highlighted the necessity of cooperation among relevant agencies and the adoption of digital solutions to enhance the financial sustainability of Hajj operations. He stated that effective Hajj fund management should extend beyond financing annual pilgrimages to include protecting investments and ensuring long-term benefits for pilgrims.

Additionally, he advocated for investment in infrastructure within the Hajj value chain, particularly in hospitality and logistics, to reduce accommodation costs and generate sustainable returns. The forum featured addresses from Indonesia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah, K.H.

Mochamad Irfan Yusuf, and Vice Minister of Finance, Juda Agung.