UAE President, Yemen’s Alimi Discuss Bilateral Ties

UAE’s President and Rashad Al Alimi discussed bilateral relations, developments in Yemen, and a number of issues of common interest. WAM
UAE’s President and Rashad Al Alimi discussed bilateral relations, developments in Yemen, and a number of issues of common interest. WAM
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UAE President, Yemen’s Alimi Discuss Bilateral Ties

UAE’s President and Rashad Al Alimi discussed bilateral relations, developments in Yemen, and a number of issues of common interest. WAM
UAE’s President and Rashad Al Alimi discussed bilateral relations, developments in Yemen, and a number of issues of common interest. WAM

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with Rashad Al Alimi, Chairman of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Tuesday.

The two sides discussed bilateral relations, developments in Yemen, and a number of issues of common interest, WAM said.

During the meeting, held at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, the UAE President welcomed the Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council and congratulated him on his country’s National Day, which was observed on May 22, wishing Yemen and its people prosperity and progress.

According to WAM, Sheikh Mohamed affirmed that the UAE stands in support of Yemen and its people in their pursuit of peace, stability, and development.

Al Alimi extended his appreciation for the support provided by the UAE to the Yemeni people, wishing the UAE and its people further progress and prosperity.

The meeting was attended Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court; Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation; Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior; Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the accompanying delegation of the Chairman of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council.



Saudi Arabia Bids Farewell to Last Pilgrims from Madinah Airport

7,700 flights through six airports transported foreign pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj (SPA)
7,700 flights through six airports transported foreign pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Bids Farewell to Last Pilgrims from Madinah Airport

7,700 flights through six airports transported foreign pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj (SPA)
7,700 flights through six airports transported foreign pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for Hajj (SPA)

The last group of pilgrims from this year’s Hajj season departed Saudi Arabia on Sunday aboard a Saudia flight from Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah.

The flight carried 320 pilgrims to Kertajati, Indonesia, after they completed their Hajj rituals. Saudia, the Kingdom’s flag carrier, hosted a farewell ceremony, concluding its 74-day Hajj operations.

The first flight for this year’s Hajj season arrived in Madinah on May 9 from India with 283 pilgrims.

They were welcomed by the Minister of Transport and Logistics Services and the Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah.

Saudi Arabia facilitated 7,700 flights through six airports and provided over 27,000 buses to ease pilgrim transportation. The Haramain High-Speed Railway operated more than 5,000 trips during the season.

Over 1.8 million pilgrims participated in the last Hajj season. Health Minister Fahad Al-Jalajel confirmed there were no health issues or outbreaks.

The organization of Hajj was praised by leaders of Arab and Islamic countries.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi commended the excellent organization and services provided to millions of pilgrims.

Bahraini King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa praised the meticulous organization and services.

Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah appreciated the modern smart services and technologies.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed highlighted the success of Saudi Arabia’s Hajj management.