JEDDAH: The Kuwaiti Ministry of Islamic Affairs signed an agreement with the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Jeddah on Sunday to coordinate the arrangements for Kuwaiti pilgrims during the 1447 AH Hajj season. Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dr Suleiman Al-Suwailem, said in a statement to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) following the signing that the agreement outlines the quota allocated to Kuwaiti pilgrims, the required health conditions, and organizational measures for receiving and facilitating the pilgrims’ performance of the Hajj rituals.
Al-Suwailem commended the significant efforts of the government of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques in serving pilgrims and ensuring the smooth and safe performance of the hajj rites. He noted that the Kuwaiti Ministry of Islamic Affairs is taking part in the fifth edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition, which commenced later on Sunday. Organized by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in cooperation with the Guests of God Service Program, the event will run until November 12.
Kuwait and Saudi Arabia sign an agreement to arrange the affairs of Kuwaiti pilgrims for Hajj 1447 AH. – KUNA photos
Al-Suwailem heads the Kuwaiti delegation participating in the conference, which includes Sattam Al-Muzain, Director of the Hajj and Umrah Department at the Ministry of Islamic Affairs; Abdullah Al-Buaijan, Supervisor of Hajj and Umrah Affairs and Khalid Al-Amirah, Head of the Foreign Relations Follow-up Section at the Minister’s Office. The conference serves as a global platform bringing together experts, specialists, and representatives from various countries and organizations to explore innovative solutions in the hajj system, foster strategic partnerships, and further enhance the services provided to pilgrims. — KUNA
