Ambassador in Riyadh commends Saudi efforts in serving pilgrims

Manama, June 8 (BNA): Shaikh Ali bin Abdulrahman bin Ali Al Khalifa, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, participated in the annual reception held on behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. The reception was hosted by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia.

The event was held in honour of heads of state, senior Islamic figures, guests of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, representatives of government entities, heads of Hajj delegations, and officials from the offices of Hajj affairs of the countries whose pilgrims performed Hajj this year.

The Ambassador commended the efforts of the leadership, government and people of Saudi Arabia in serving pilgrims and facilitating the performance of Hajj and Umrah. He emphasised that these efforts are widely recognised and appreciated across the Islamic world.

He highlighted the commitment of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to ensuring the safety, security and comfort of pilgrims, which enabled them to perform their rituals in a secure and reassuring environment.

The ambassador further commended the efforts of Bahrain’s Supreme Committee for Hajj and Umrah Affairs, the Bahrain Hajj Mission, Bahraini campaign organisers, and the pilgrims themselves for their cooperation with the relevant authorities, high sense of awareness, and full compliance with the regulations governing the Hajj season.

He wished Saudi Arabia and its people continued security, progress and prosperity under its wise leadership.