Saudi Arabia extends support for pandemic-hit haj, umrah sector
Saudi authorities are extending support for the domestic haj and umrah sector as the pandemic continues to substantially limit pilgrimage numbers and activities.
The support is to help mitigate the financial and economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on individuals, private sector establishments and investors, reported state news agency SPA on Monday (March 8).
The support comes in a range of fee exemptions, including for accommodation facilities in Makkah and Madinah and their expatriate employees.
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