Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah meets Somalia Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs

Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Mohammed Saleh bin Taher Benten today met with Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs of the Federal Republic of Somalia Dr. Iman Abdullah Ali accompanied by entourage.

In their meeting, Dr. Benten discussed the strong relations between the two countries and issues related to the pilgrims of Somalia especially the great efforts being exerted by the Saudi government to take care of pilgrims and the new services launched by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah this year.

For his part, the Somali Minister praised the efforts being exerted by the Saudi government to provide the best services for pilgrims to perform their rituals in peace and tranquility.

Somalia has taken a neutral stand in the gulf diplomatic crisis and this meeting is viewed to be a step towards strengthening relationship between the countries.