Sardar Muhammad Yousaf welcomes Saudi Ambassador Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy; appreciates Saudi leadership’s efforts to facilitate pilgrims, particularly through the Route to Makkah initiative
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (WNP): Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sardar Muhammad Yousaf received Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, Dr. Rajeh Tami Albugamy, who called on him following the assumption of his new diplomatic responsibilities in Islamabad.
During the meeting, the two sides discussed matters of mutual interest, ways to enhance cooperation in religious affairs and measures to provide improved facilities to Pakistani Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Welcoming the Saudi ambassador, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf appreciated the exemplary efforts of the Saudi government and its leadership, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, to provide the best possible facilities to pilgrims.
He particularly commended the Kingdom’s Route to Makkah initiative, describing it as a significant step that has made the Hajj journey more convenient for Pakistani pilgrims and improved their overall experience.
The minister reaffirmed that Pakistan’s bond with the Haramain Sharifain would remain strong and unbreakable, reflecting the deep religious, historical and fraternal ties between the two brotherly countries.
Both sides reiterated the strength and depth of Pakistan-Saudi Arabia relations at official and public levels, underscoring their shared commitment to further promoting religious cooperation and longstanding bonds of brotherhood.
Sardar Muhammad Yousaf also extended his best wishes to Ambassador Dr. Albugamy for success in his diplomatic responsibilities in Pakistan, expressing hope that his tenure would further strengthen relations between the two countries.
For his part, the Saudi ambassador thanked the minister for Pakistan’s enduring and unwavering support for the Kingdom. He said the Saudi leadership attached the utmost importance to serving the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors, and was making every possible effort to facilitate pilgrims in performing Hajj and Umrah with ease and comfort.
Ambassador Dr. Albugamy also emphasized the importance of continuously strengthening cooperation and coordination between the two countries to advance their shared interests and further deepen the longstanding bonds between their peoples.
The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to expanding cooperation in religious affairs and enhancing facilitation for pilgrims, while building on their historic relationship rooted in faith, mutual respect and brotherhood.
