Minister of Hajj receives Singaporean official

Riyadh 27 Mar 06

Minster of Hajj Dr Fouad Al-Farsy received here today Singaporean Minister of Environment, Water Resources, and Muslim Affairs, Yaqub Ibrahim, who is currently visiting the Kingdom.

They reviewed issues pertaining to Hajj and Umrah (minor pilgrimage). Speaking on the occasion, the Singaporean official highlighted the new regulations for Umrah and praised the intensive efforts being exerted by Saudi officials to ensure the comfort of pilgrims and Umrah performers.