H.E. Dr. Hisham S. Aljadhey, CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), conducted a field inspection tour of several SFDA facilities and operational sites in the Makkah and Eastern Regions as part of the intensive preparations for this year’s Hajj season. The tour aimed to enhance the efficiency of regulatory procedures and ensure the safety of incoming products, contributing to safeguarding the health and safety of pilgrims.

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has clarified the approved regulations and procedures for obtaining personal clearance permits for medications containing narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances carried by pilgrims for personal use. This initiative is part of the Authority’s ongoing efforts to serve the Guests of Allah, facilitate the performance of their rituals, and ensure the safety and well-being of all visitors to the Holy Sites.

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has finalized its comprehensive, integrated operational plan for the Hajj season 1447 AH (2026). This readiness aligns with the directives of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s wise leadership to prioritize the health and well-being of pilgrims, leveraging all available resources to ensure a safe and seamless Hajj journey. These efforts underscore the Kingdom’s longstanding commitment to the service and care of the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors.

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has granted Eli Lilly Breakthrough designation to Bemlayo (Orforglipron), which is indicated as an adjunct to healthy diet and physical activity to reduce excess body weight and maintain weight reduction long term in adults with obesity or adults with overweight in the presence of at least one weight-related comorbid condition.