Minister of Hajj receives British ambassador

Jeddah, 08 February 07

Minister of Hajj Dr. Fouad bin Abdul-Salam Al-Farsy received today at his office here, Sherard Cowper-Coles on the end of the his term as the ambassador of the United Kingdom to Saudi Arabia.

During the meeting, they exchanged cordial talks and discussed issues of mutual concern.

For his part, the British ambassador commended the efforts exerted by the Saudi leadership as regards provision of comfortable facilities and comprehensive services for the pilgrims who come to Saudi Arabia from all over the world.

He also expressed his admiration over the giant projects executed in Makkah region, especially the new Jamarat bridge.