Jeddah:Bahrain and Saudi Arabia have formalized an agreement on Hajj arrangements for the 1448 AH season. The signing took place between Nawaf bin Mohammed Al Maawda, Bahrain's Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, and Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al Rabiah, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the agreement was signed in the presence of Naif bin Bandar Al Sudairi, the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Bahrain. The event occurred during the sixth edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition, organized by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in collaboration with the Pilgrim Experience Program.
The agreement outlines comprehensive arrangements for Bahraini pilgrims, including provisions for accommodation, transportation, catering, healthcare services, and arrival and departure procedures. These arrangements are part of the early preparations for the upcoming Hajj season.
Minister Al Maawda expressed his appreciation for the strong cooperation and coordination between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. He highlighted the efforts to provide necessary arrangements to ensure pilgrims can perform their Hajj rituals smoothly. Additionally, Minister Al Maawda commended Dr. Al Rabiah for his contributions to developing the Hajj services system and improving services for pilgrims. Ambassador Al Sudairi was also praised for his role in enhancing bilateral coordination and cooperation to facilitate the arrangements for Bahraini pilgrims.