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Bahrain Names GCC Chief Country's New Foreign Minister

GCC chief Abdullatif al-Zayani. (AFP)
GCC chief Abdullatif al-Zayani. (AFP)
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Bahrain Names GCC Chief Country's New Foreign Minister

GCC chief Abdullatif al-Zayani. (AFP)
GCC chief Abdullatif al-Zayani. (AFP)

Bahrain has appointed the head of the Gulf Cooperation Council as the country’s next foreign minister, state media reported Thursday.

The Bahrain News Agency reported that Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa named Abdullatif al-Zayani as the foreign minister.

Local media reported al-Zayani will assume the post when his term as secretary general of the GCC ends on March 31.

He will be replacing Sheikh Khalid bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, who’s been Bahrain’s foreign minister since 2005.

Sheikh Khalid, who confirmed the news on Twitter and congratulated al-Zayani, will serve as diplomatic adviser to the king.

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Head of Iranian Hajj Organization Hails Saudi Efforts in Serving Pilgrims

Dr. Bayat commended the meticulous organization at Saudi border crossings and the outstanding services provided - SPA
Dr. Bayat commended the meticulous organization at Saudi border crossings and the outstanding services provided - SPA
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Head of Iranian Hajj Organization Hails Saudi Efforts in Serving Pilgrims

Dr. Bayat commended the meticulous organization at Saudi border crossings and the outstanding services provided - SPA
Dr. Bayat commended the meticulous organization at Saudi border crossings and the outstanding services provided - SPA

Head of the Hajj and Visit Organization in the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr. Alireza Bayat praised the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s efforts in serving pilgrims, noting that the Hajj season 1446 AH was marked by exceptional quality at all stages.

In a statement to the SPA, Dr. Bayat commended the meticulous organization at Saudi border crossings and the outstanding services provided.

He expressed appreciation for the high standard of services during the season, particularly highlighting the efficiency of air transportation programs, crowd management at the holy sites, and the implementation of health measures.

He emphasized that Iranian pilgrims expressed full satisfaction with the quality of services and organization, adding that the standards set by the Kingdom represent a model for excellence in serving pilgrims.