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Arab News
09-06-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
‘No Hajj Without Permit' rule a cornerstone of excellence
The remarkable success achieved in organizing this year's Hajj could not have been realized without the grace and generosity of God, first and foremost, followed by the wisdom of the leadership of Saudi Arabia. This success reflects their deep commitment to the Kingdom's religious responsibility and leadership role, and to the sacred trust bestowed upon them in serving the Two Holy Mosques and the holy sites. Saudi Arabia has once again risen to the occasion — and beyond — demonstrating dedication and sincerity. The title 'Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques,' held by its kings, is not merely ceremonial but rooted in genuine conviction, love and faith. This is what we have consistently witnessed over the years, particularly through the extensive expansions and outstanding developments of the Two Holy Mosques and the sacred sites. This year, the pilgrims performed their rituals in an atmosphere of faith and tranquility, supported by exceptional security, healthcare, nourishment, religious guidance and expert crowd management. Nearly 2 million pilgrims from all corners of the world moved in unity, within limited space and time, with dignity and peace. Saudi Arabia has once again risen to the occasion — and beyond — demonstrating dedication and sincerity Dya-Eddine Said Bamakhrama The organization of this year's Hajj was widely recognized as exemplary by all standards. One of the key pillars of its success was the strict and precise enforcement of the policy of 'No Hajj Without Permit.' The effectiveness of this measure, along with tight inspection at the entrances to Makkah, proved to be instrumental in ensuring discipline, compliance and overall success. As diplomats and representatives of our countries' Hajj missions, we were among the first to celebrate these outstanding outcomes, as they directly benefited our pilgrims and spared us numerous logistical and organizational challenges. Accordingly, we fully supported the measures undertaken by the relevant Saudi authorities — measures built upon years of experience, rigorous studies, diligent follow-up, ongoing monitoring and numerous events, seminars and conferences all aimed at improving services for the pilgrims. During the Hajj season, the Saudi state — from its highest leadership, represented by the king and crown prince, through all governmental institutions and ministries, and even voluntary organizations and individuals — works within an integrated system to serve the guests of God. These collective efforts have produced deeply satisfying results. I recall the message delivered by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, on behalf of King Salman, to the pilgrims in Mina. He said: 'Allah Almighty has honored this country with the service of the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors — pilgrims, Umrah performers and guests. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has placed this mission at the forefront of its priorities, dedicating all its capabilities to facilitate the pilgrims' performance of their rituals with ease and comfort. With God's help and guidance, the Kingdom will continue to fulfill this great responsibility and noble service.' There was a broad consensus that regulations and procedures are essential to safeguarding and serving pilgrims Dya-Eddine Said Bamakhrama I personally monitored the affairs of my country's Hajj delegation — the Republic of Djibouti — and found widespread satisfaction and gratitude among our pilgrims. This same sentiment was echoed by my colleagues — ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions — who oversaw their own nations' Hajj missions. There was a broad consensus that regulations and procedures, when crafted with care and foresight, are essential to safeguarding and serving pilgrims. We commend the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah for its strategic and effective use of digital technologies in the post-pandemic era, which has greatly streamlined processes and saved time. We also extend our appreciation to the Ministry of Health for providing world-class healthcare services — from minor ailments to complex heart surgeries — with efficiency and compassion. Likewise, we acknowledge the efforts of the security and military sectors, whose personnel, both men and women, tirelessly served pilgrims on the ground. We applaud the Saudi guides and volunteers — young men and women who spoke multiple languages and served with passion, humility and devotion, seeking only the reward of Allah. We also recognize the commitment of Hajj missions from across the Islamic world and beyond, who fulfilled their responsibilities to their pilgrims with care and dedication. On behalf of the Republic of Djibouti — its government and people — and on behalf of my fellow ambassadors and diplomatic colleagues, we extend our heartfelt thanks to Saudi Arabia for its extraordinary efforts. We congratulate the Kingdom and ourselves on this remarkable achievement. We call on all pilgrims to remain disciplined and to follow all guidelines and instructions — now and in future seasons — so that this success continues as a lasting symbol of the excellence of Islamic rituals. For indeed, Hajj is a manifestation of brotherhood, altruism, selflessness, order and discipline.
Arab News
10-05-2025
- Arab News
New Hajj plan backs moderate, guided pilgrimage
MAKKAH: The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has launched the 'Enriching the Field Path' initiative as part of the Kingdom's operational plan for this year's Hajj season. The initiative aims to enhance the pilgrimage experience through scientific guidance and awareness programs that promote a message of moderate Hajj in multiple languages, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday. It includes more than 20 digital, technical, educational, devotional and faith-based awareness initiatives delivered in various languages. Its goal is to enrich pilgrims' spiritual journey with impactful religious content and high-quality services, enabling them to perform rituals with understanding in a devotional atmosphere. Sheikh Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, head of the presidency, emphasized the importance of strengthening on-the-ground efforts to deliver improved enrichment services for all pilgrims. He urged a focus on promoting the message of a moderate, faith-based Hajj to the global community through multilingual platforms. Al-Sudais also called for easing ritual performance with gentleness, wisdom and compassionate guidance, while using digital tools and AI to overcome time and geographic barriers in spreading the message of a humane and moderate Hajj.
