On Wednesday, the Tunisian Minister of Religious Affairs, Ahmed Al-Bouhali, and the Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, met at the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Tunis to discuss ways to improve services for Hajj pilgrims. The meeting was part of Dr. Al-Rabiah's working visit to Tunisia, which began on October 6, 2026. The two ministers discussed various aspects of Hajj organization and ways to enhance services for pilgrims.
During the meeting, Al-Bouhali presented an overview of the different stages of Hajj organization in Tunisia, highlighting the country's respect for the rules and regulations set by the Saudi authorities. He expressed his gratitude for the cooperation between various Tunisian institutions involved in Hajj organization and emphasized the importance of implementing the recommendations of President Kais Saied regarding this national religious issue.
Dr. Al-Rabiah expressed his satisfaction with the meeting and the warm welcome he received in Tunisia. He emphasized the strong historical ties between Tunisia and Saudi Arabia, which are based on mutual respect, cooperation, and a shared commitment to serving humanity. The Saudi minister also discussed the vision of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for Saudi Arabia 2030, which aims to facilitate Hajj and Umrah for millions of Muslims.
The two ministers also discussed the level of services provided to pilgrims during Hajj, with Al-Bouhali praising the continuous improvement in services and the efforts of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah to cater to the needs of pilgrims. Dr. Al-Rabiah expressed his admiration for Tunisia's organization of Hajj and the development of awareness programs for pilgrims.
The meeting was attended by several officials from both countries, including the Tunisian Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Director-General of the National Services and Residences Company, and representatives from the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. The two ministers also exchanged views on ways to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in the field of Hajj and Umrah.
As part of his visit, Dr. Al-Rabiah also visited the Ktabet and Quranic Museum in Tunis, as well as the Zeytouna Mosque, where he met with the Mufti of the Republic and the Imam of the mosque. He also explored the historic city of Tunis, expressing his admiration for its architectural and historical significance.
The visit concluded with a farewell ceremony, and Dr. Al-Rabiah departed Tunisia on Thursday morning, after a working visit that began on October 6, 2026. The two countries have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation and improving services for Hajj pilgrims.
Key points
- Tunisia and Saudi Arabia discuss ways to improve services for Hajj pilgrims during a meeting between the two countries' ministers of religious affairs.
- The meeting was part of Dr. Al-Rabiah's working visit to Tunisia, which began on October 6, 2026.
- The two ministers discussed various aspects of Hajj organization and ways to enhance services for pilgrims.
