Ali Reza Rashidian made the remark in a meeting with the Saudi deputy minister of Hajj and Umrah during an official visit to the kingdom, according to the Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization’s website.
The objective of this collaboration is to ensure optimal planning and execution of the Hajj 2027 and to enhance the services provided to Iranian pilgrims, he noted.
Rashidian expressed appreciation for the positive cooperation extended by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah during the previous Hajj season.
He highlighted that continuous interaction and the exchange of expertise between the operational specialists of both nations are essential for delivering high-quality services to pilgrims, and he underscored the necessity for close collaboration between the responsible agencies.
He also addressed several key areas, including coordination for the organization of Hajj programs and rituals for 2027 (following the procedures established last year), as well as operational logistics and medical services.
Furthermore, the meeting covered operational aspects of the Hajj 2027 aimed at facilitating service delivery to pilgrims—specifically regarding transportation, the provision of services within the holy sites, and flight schedules.
Abdulfattah Mashat, the Saudi Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah, expressed his pleasure regarding the presence of the Iranian delegation at the International Exhibition for Hajj Services and Achievements.
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He commended the efforts of the Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization in managing pilgrim-related operations, noting that bilateral cooperation can lead to an overall improvement in the quality of services.
The meeting took place as part of ongoing interactions and efforts to strengthen operational and technical coordination between the two countries, with the aim of ensuring the successful conduct of next year’s Hajj pilgrimage.
