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Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Meets with Colombian Officials

Al-Jubeir briefed the Colombian officials on the Kingdom's initiatives in light of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. SPA
Al-Jubeir briefed the Colombian officials on the Kingdom's initiatives in light of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. SPA
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Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Meets with Colombian Officials

Al-Jubeir briefed the Colombian officials on the Kingdom's initiatives in light of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. SPA
Al-Jubeir briefed the Colombian officials on the Kingdom's initiatives in light of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. SPA

Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Cabinet Member and Climate Envoy, Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir, has met in Bogota, with several Colombian officials, including the Deputy Minister of Multilateral Affairs, Elizabeth Taylor, and the Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry, and Tourism, Luis Felipe Quintero.

During the meeting, the officials reviewed bilateral cooperation and ways to develop them in various fields, especially in energy and climate action.

Al-Jubeir briefed the Colombian officials on the Kingdom's initiatives in light of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, including the Saudi Green and Middle East Green initiatives.

The meeting was attended by the Kingdom's non-resident Ambassador to Colombia, Dr. Hassan Al-Ansari, the Minister's Office Director General, Ambassador Khalid bin Musaed Al-Anqari, the Director of Investment Ministry's Office in Washington, Abdulrahman bin Talal Bakir, and senior Colombian officials.

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Saudi Council of Senior Scholars: Performing Hajj without a Permit Is a Sin

Pilgrims are seen at the Hajj last year. (EPA)
Pilgrims are seen at the Hajj last year. (EPA)
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Saudi Council of Senior Scholars: Performing Hajj without a Permit Is a Sin

Pilgrims are seen at the Hajj last year. (EPA)
Pilgrims are seen at the Hajj last year. (EPA)

Saudi Arabia’s Council of Senior Scholars stressed on Sunday the need to obtain a permit for anyone wishing to perform the Hajj pilgrimage.

In a statement, it warned that performing the pilgrimage without the permit “is a sin” and would “lead to several dangers and impact the safety and health of pilgrims and the services provided.”

Meanwhile, the Holy Makkah Municipality said 22,000 of its members and members of other entities are dedicating their services and capabilities to implement this year’s Hajj season plan.

The municipality has provided 28 centers in the holy sites to offer the best services to the pilgrims.

In remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat, municipality spokesman Osama al-Zeitouni said it has backed up its efforts with several electronic platforms and apps that would help boost the efficiency of services and speed up procedures.

It has also dedicated a large fleet of equipment and human cadres and set up integrated plans and work programs that cover the entirety of the Hajj, he added.

The municipality's efforts include and are not limited to training members on crisis, disaster and crowd management. Dedicated teams will be in place to handle emergencies caused by rain or fires, as well as handling waste and garbage, providing protection against insects and regularly disinfecting camps.

The municipality has dedicated a team to monitor the markets, grocery stores and restaurants to ensure the safety of food provided.