Maldives Consul General in Jeddah meets Minister to strengthen Hajj, Umrah support and Islamic education ties

Consultations were held regarding strengthening assistance provided to Maldivian pilgrims going for Hajj and Umrah, and expanding opportunities for Islamic education and vocational development. The meeting took place during a visit by Consul General of the Maldives in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Badura Saeed, to the Minister of Islamic Affairs and Culture, Dr. Mohamed Shahir Ali Saeed, at the Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Culture today. Minister Dr. Shahir welcomed Badura Saeed and congratulated him on his appointment, wishing him success in his foreign responsibilities. The Minister highlighted the importance of strengthening ties between the Ministry and the Maldivian Consulate in Jeddah in providing consular assistance to Maldivian pilgrims performing Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia. He requested uninterrupted support for pilgrims residing in Saudi Arabia who require assistance. Consultations also covered expanding educational support with universities in Saudi Arabia, including securing scholarship opportunities and short-term special training programs to enhance the scientific knowledge of Maldivian Imams and students, their Arabic language proficiency, and technical expertise in Islamic education.