At Gudaibiya Palace, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received HE Dr Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umra.

Bahrain-Saudi relations have reached advanced levels across all sectors, according to His Royal Highness, based on a solid foundation of joint cooperation that is backed by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques.

Saudi Arabia's efforts to facilitate the Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages and their ongoing commitment to developing procedures for pilgrims were noted by HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad. As a result, His Royal Highness praised Saudi Arabia for its efforts in preparing for the Hajj season and managing Hajj campaigns, as well as providing all pilgrims with comfort during the pilgrimage.

It was stressed by HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister that Saudi's development and progress across all fields contributes to the development of the Hajj and Umrah services for pilgrims, as well as the ongoing initiatives that enhance their religious and cultural experience.