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Journal Jurnal Ilmiah TeunulehJurnal Ilmiah Teunuleh Abstract

This research analyzes Indonesias pilgrimage administration from the perspective of strategic economic diplomacy. Indonesia, the most populous Muslim-majority nation, holds a distinctive role in the global pilgrimage sphere, administering the highest yearly Hajj quota. The Hajj, though a religious duty, is administered in Indonesia in a manner that extends beyond spiritual aspects, intertwining with economic, political, and diplomatic considerations. This research employs a descriptive-qualitative methodology, utilizing Miles and Hubermans analysis, to investigate the evolution of pilgrimage services into a substantial economic sector that creates employment, invigorates regional economies, and promotes bilateral collaboration. The Hajj Financial Management Agency (BPKH) is pivotal in directing substantial religious donations into national development initiatives. Nonetheless, intersecting restrictions, operational inefficiencies, and ethical dilemmas expose systemic constraints. The results underscore how Hajj governance embodies Indonesias overarching diplomatic aspirations, especially in utilizing religio-cultural capital for foreign policy and economic strategy. This research enhances scholarship by reconceptualizing Hajj management as a tool of economic diplomacy rather than simply a logistical-religious duty. It emphasizes the necessity for open, ethical, and innovative governance to augment Indonesias soft power while guaranteeing equitable and spiritually enriching pilgrimage experiences.

Conclusion

Indonesias Hajj management transcends mere religious administration, functioning as a strategic tool for economic diplomacy.The organization of Hajj, bolstered by Indonesias position as the worlds largest Muslim-majority nation, integrates financial governance, legal frameworks, cultural expectations, and diplomatic engagement.Effective Hajj management enhances Indonesias reputation, fosters bilateral relations, and contributes to national development through strategic investment of pilgrimage funds and the growth of related economic sectors.

Future Research

Further research should investigate the causal impacts of regulatory changes and BPKH investment decisions through quasi-experimental designs, incorporating administrative microdata. Additionally, multi-site assessments of pre-Hajj health interventions are needed to evaluate their effectiveness in improving pilgrim well-being and reducing health risks. Finally, studies should quantify the diplomatic returns – including trade, foreign direct investment, and soft power gains – associated with religious tourism initiatives, particularly in emerging African markets, to provide a comprehensive understanding of the economic and political benefits of Indonesias Hajj diplomacy. These investigations will build upon the current framework and provide actionable insights for optimizing Hajj management as a tool for national development and international cooperation, ensuring that Indonesia continues to leverage its unique position in the global Muslim community for economic and diplomatic advantage.

References

1. Balancing Faith and Fairness: A Maqāṣid al-Sharīʻah Perspective on Regulating Repeated Hajj in Indonesia... doi.org/10.22515/alahkam.v9i2.10540Balancing Faith and Fairness A MaqAid al Sharah Perspective on Regulating Repeated Hajj in Indonesia doi 10 22515 alahkam v9i2 10540

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