Madinah (UNA/SPA) – The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance today welcomed the first group of 250 Umrah pilgrims from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques’ Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah and Visit upon their arrival in Madinah, coming from (16) Asian countries: Indonesia, East Timor, the Philippines, Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Laos, Singapore, China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Mongolia, as part of the program implemented by the Ministry to host Umrah pilgrims and visitors from various countries of the world.
Upon their arrival, the guests were received by the Acting Secretary General of the Program, Ali bin Abdullah Al-Zughaibi, and a number of program officials. Their procedures were completed with ease, and they were transferred to their accommodation in one of the hotels adjacent to the Prophet’s Mosque, amidst an integrated system of services and organization, ensuring their comfort from the moment of their arrival.
The guests expressed their thanks and appreciation to the wise leadership for this generous hospitality that enabled them to perform Umrah and visit the Prophet’s Mosque, praising the great efforts made by the Kingdom in serving Islam and Muslims and caring for the guests of God.
The guests also noted the role played by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance in implementing the program, stressing that this initiative embodies the Kingdom’s care for Muslims around the world, and contributes to strengthening the bonds of Islamic brotherhood and spreading the values of moderation, tolerance and peace.
The ministry explained that the working committees have prepared an integrated cultural and advocacy program for the guests, which includes meetings, tours and visits that enrich their faith and cultural experience.
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